Items Tagged with 'US Capitol security'

Significant security improvements have been made to the U.S. Capitol since the Jan. 6, 2021, deadly storming of the landmark building.

J. Brett Blanton told Congress he seeks a $67-million budget increase to maintain and secure the Capitol complex.

Acting chief Yogananda Pittman's push for permanent security measures received some pushback from others calling for balance between safety and accessibility.

Ahead of President-elect Joe Biden’s inauguration, crews erected temporary barriers across the National Mall and repaired temporary stands put in place for the Jan. 20 installation. 

What fence or barrier should protect the US Senate and House of Representatives?