Washington State Senator Arrested in Hong Kong for Carrying Gun in Carry-On

Washington state senator Jeff Wilson, a Republican from Longview, was arrested in Hong Kong after a baggage screener found an unregistered revolver in his belongings at the airport. Wilson claims it was an honest mistake and that he had no intention of bringing the gun into Hong Kong. He posted bail and is awaiting a court date. Wilson argues that U.S. airport security should have caught the gun before he left the country. He is cooperating with authorities and hopes for a resolution within a week.