Arrested Man Returns to Wisconsin Capitol with Assault Rifle, Seeking Governor

A man illegally entered the Wisconsin Capitol with a loaded handgun, demanding to see Governor Tony Evers, and later returned with an assault rifle after posting bail. The man was taken into custody for openly carrying a firearm, which is against the law, and did not have a concealed carry permit. He was booked into jail but later released on bail. The man returned to the Capitol later in the evening with a loaded assault-style rifle and was taken into custody again. Governor Evers, who was not present during the incidents, commended the Capitol police for their handling of the situation. This incident highlights the ongoing security threats faced by public officials.
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