Two police officers who responded to the January 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol are asking a federal judge to allow their lawsuit challenging the placement of a commemorative plaque to move forward.

Former Capitol Police Officer Harry Dunn and D.C. Metropolitan Police Officer Danny Hodges filed the legal challenge over a plaque that was installed to honor law enforcement's response during the January 6 attack. The officers argue that the plaque's current location violates legal requirements.

According to the lawsuit, the commemorative plaque has been placed in a location with low visibility within the Capitol building, making it difficult for the public to view. The officers contend this placement fails to meet both legal standards and the intended purpose of the memorial.

The legal challenge centers on claims that the plaque's obscured positioning violates applicable laws governing such commemorative installations. Both officers were present during the January 6 attack and played roles in defending the Capitol building during the events.

The case is currently before a federal judge who will determine whether the lawsuit can proceed. The officers are seeking to have the plaque moved to a more visible location within the Capitol that would allow greater public access and viewing.