"Colorado Republican Lawmaker Apologizes for Leaving Loaded Gun in Capitol Bathroom"

Colorado Republican state Rep. Don Wilson apologized for leaving a loaded 9 mm Glock handgun unattended in a bathroom at the State Capitol, stating that he takes full accountability and is committed to responsible handling procedures. The incident has sparked calls for legislation to prohibit carrying firearms in the Capitol, with Democratic leaders emphasizing the need for gun safety policies. This is not the first time a gun has been mishandled in the Colorado State Capitol, as a similar incident involving another lawmaker occurred in 2022.