Cherry blossoms reached peak bloom in Washington this week, but most tourists in town for the foliage won’t get a chance to step inside the nearby Capitol. Even as the building begins a gradual reopening Monday, spots remain scarce.
The first phase includes limited tours for school groups and for guests escorted by lawmakers or their aides, according to guidance sent to House staff Wednesday.
Plans have been in the works to reopen the House side of the Capitol for a while, after many Republicans and some Democrats complained it was overdue, but the memo from the House Sergeant at Arms and Congress’ physician laid out the details.
