A man was arrested by the United States Capitol Police for attempting to bring a machete and knives into the Capitol Visitor Center. The man, identified as Mel J. Horne, 44, was arrested for carrying a dangerous weapon. The incident occurred while former President Jimmy Carter was lying in state at the U.S. Capitol rotunda.
Key Points
Man arrested for attempting to bring a machete and knives into the Capitol Visitor Center
Incident occurred while former President Jimmy Carter was lying in state at the U.S. Capitol rotunda
Pros
Capitol Police successfully detected and apprehended the individual carrying dangerous weapons
Emphasizes the importance of security measures at government buildings
Cons
Risk of potential harm to visitors and officials at the Capitol Visitor Center