Attempted Security Breach at U.S. Capitol Visitor Center
Man arrested for attempting to carry a machete into the Capitol Visitor Center in Washington, D.C. just before President-elect Trump's meeting with Senate Republicans. The man also had bottles of fuel, a flare gun, and a blow torch in his possession.
Key Points
- Man arrested for trying to bring a machete, bottles of fuel, a flare gun, and a blow torch into the Capitol Visitor Center.
- Security screening was stopped to investigate the matter.
- President-elect Trump was expected to meet with Senate Republicans on the same day.
Pros
- Capitol Police successfully intercepted the man with dangerous weapons before any harm was done.
Cons
- Incident raises concerns about security protocols at the Capitol Visitor Center.