All articles tagged with #us capitol police
Originally Published 2 months ago — by CNN
US Capitol Police are investigating a deeply inappropriate symbol, reportedly an altered American flag with a swastika, found in GOP Rep. Dave Taylor's office, which the congressman condemns and calls vandalism.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by uscp.gov
US Capitol Police officers arrested Nolan R. Churan after discovering multiple firearms, knives, a bow & arrow, and other weapons in his vehicle near the Capitol Grounds, with charges including unlawful activities and weapons violations; the incident did not appear to be linked to Congress.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by WTOP
US Capitol Police Chief Thomas Manger, after nearly 50 years in law enforcement and leading the agency since 2021, is retiring at the end of May. He focused on addressing issues highlighted by the January 6 insurrection, improving staffing, and implementing new technology and training. Manger reflects on the evolution of policing since the 1970s, emphasizing accountability and community service, and plans to step down with a sense of accomplishment and ongoing commitment to police reform.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by POLITICO
A House staffer, Michael Hopkins, was arrested for entering the Cannon House Office Building with ammunition, including high-capacity magazines. Hopkins, who works for Rep. Joe Morelle, claimed he forgot the ammunition was in his bag. The incident has led to charges of unlawful possession of ammunition. Morelle's office has pledged full cooperation with the investigation.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Reuters.com
The Republican National Committee's headquarters in Washington was briefly evacuated after receiving a suspicious package containing two vials of blood, prompting a police lockdown. The incident, condemned by the White House, is under investigation by U.S. Capitol Police.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Washington Post
The Republican National Committee headquarters on Capitol Hill was locked down after receiving a package containing vials of blood, a Chinese philosophy text, and ice packs. U.S. Capitol Police are investigating the source of the package.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NPR
The Republican National Committee headquarters in Washington, D.C., were locked down after receiving vials of blood, which the RNC called a "biological attack." The U.S. Capitol Police responded, cleared the package, and issued an all-clear. The source and contents of the package are under further investigation.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNN
The US Capitol Police have been subpoenaed for information on threats to Rep. Cori Bush as part of a federal grand jury probe, which includes scrutiny of her campaign funds and security arrangements. The investigation is looking into potential misuse of funds and has involved outreach to other witnesses, including those in the personal security business. Bush's campaign has paid her husband over $60,000 for security services, and questions have been raised about his lack of a current private security license. Bush has stated that she is fully cooperating with the Justice Department's investigation and maintains that she has not used federal tax dollars for personal security services.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Boston Globe
Former Boston police officer Joseph R. Fisher pleaded guilty to assaulting a US Capitol police officer during the Jan. 6, 2021 storming of the Capitol. Fisher, who retired in 2016, is expected to be sentenced on May 24 and was arrested in March by FBI agents. He pushed a chair into a Capitol police officer and engaged in a physical altercation before leaving the Capitol building.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post
US Capitol Police have decided not to press charges against two men involved in filming themselves having gay sex in a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing room, citing a lack of evidence of a crime despite a likely violation of Congressional policy. One of the men, Aidan Maese-Czeropski, a former staffer for Sen. Ben Cardin, was fired after the video circulated on social media. The investigation concluded that the individuals involved were uncooperative, and no conclusive evidence of a crime was found. Maese-Czeropski, who invoked his Fifth Amendment right, has denied any disrespect to his workplace and is considering legal options.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Fox News
The U.S. Capitol Police have decided not to press charges in the case of a sex video recorded inside the Hart Senate Office Building, citing lack of evidence of a crime despite a likely violation of Congressional policy. The staffer involved, who has since resigned, refused to cooperate and invoked the Fifth Amendment. The video, leaked in a private chat, led to the firing of a staff member for Senator Ben Cardin, who expressed disappointment and anger over the breach of trust. The incident occurred in a prominent hearing room with a history of hosting high-profile events.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC News
Ralph Celentano, a Donald Trump supporter convicted for his role in the Jan. 6 Capitol riot, is set to be sentenced after blind-side tackling a U.S. Capitol Police officer and pushing officers during the insurrection. Prosecutors detailed Celentano's actions, including his belief in Trump's election lies and aggressive behavior towards law enforcement, leading to the officer's testimony about fearing for his life during the chaos.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CNN
US Capitol Police are investigating an audio recording in which pro-Trump political operative Roger Stone allegedly discusses assassinating two prominent House Democrats in the weeks before the 2020 election. CNN has not obtained a copy of the recording.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CNN
US Capitol Police and the FBI are investigating comments allegedly made by Roger Stone in which he appears to discuss assassinating prominent House Democrats before the 2020 election. Stone is heard in an audio recording allegedly telling his associate that either Rep. Eric Swalwell or Rep. Jerry Nadler "has to die before the election." Stone has denied making the comments, but Rep. Swalwell has urged law enforcement and his colleagues to take the threat seriously. Stone, a long-time Republican operative and ally of former President Donald Trump, has previously come under scrutiny for making violent comments and had contacts with far-right groups, but has not been charged with a crime related to the Capitol attack.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Fox News
The US Capitol Police are conducting an investigation into the filming of a sex tape inside a prominent hearing room at the Hart Senate Office Building. The tape, recorded last week, features unidentified individuals and was leaked in a private chat group for gay men in politics. While no charges have been filed yet, a thorough investigation is underway, and potential charges could include trespassing and lewd acts. The question of whether a locked Senate committee room is considered "in public" will be a determining factor.