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Type of additional security measures at U.S. Capitol Visitor Center by March 31, 2025?
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Increased Screening • 25%
More Security Personnel • 25%
New Technology • 25%
No Changes • 25%
Official announcements from Capitol Police or U.S. Capitol administration
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Man Arrested at Capitol Visitor Center with Machete During Jimmy Carter Memorial
Jan 8, 2025, 08:37 PM
Just after 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, a man was arrested at the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center after attempting to enter with a machete and three knives, Capitol Police reported. The weapons were detected during security screening at the north doors of the Visitor Center when officers spotted them on the X-ray machine. The man was immediately taken into custody and charged with multiple counts of carrying a dangerous weapon. The incident occurred as the Capitol was busier than usual with members of the public paying respects to former President Jimmy Carter, who was lying in state.
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Increased physical barriers • 25%
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