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Fox News host says Jews calling for ceasefire ‘don’t have a say’ as they aren’t ‘affected’ by war

Hundreds of Jewish protesters gathered at the US Capitol on Wednesday to protest the ongoing Israeli strikes on Gaza

The Independent UK

Man accused of bringing guns to Wisconsin Capitol now free on signature bond, can't possess weapons

A man accused of bringing guns to the Wisconsin state Capitol building is free on a signature bond but can't come near the governor

The Independent UK

US Capitol police arrests demonstrators gathered urging ceasefire in Gaza

US Capitol police arrested scores of demonstrators inside the building who had gathered on the National Mall urging the Biden administration to call for a "ceasefire now" amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas.

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From Amman to D.C., protests erupt for Palestinians following the Gaza hospital blast

Approximately 300 people were arrested in the U.S. Capitol after American Jewish organizations protested in a House office building.

WEKU

Capitol Police arrest Gaza ceasefire protesters in House office building

As the Israel-Hamas war continues, Jewish groups led a demonstration on Capitol Hill with chants of “Let Gaza live” and “Ceasefire now.”

Roll Call

Former Capitol Police officer pleads guilty in 2020 cruiser crash with motorcyclist - Roll Call

A former Capitol Police officer pleaded guilty Wednesday to a charge that stems from a 2020 crash in Georgetown with a police cruiser.

Roll Call

Man charged with bringing gun to Wisconsin Capitol arrested again for concealed carry violation

Officials say a man who twice brought guns to the Wisconsin state Capitol demanding to see Gov. Tony Evers has been arrested again on suspicion of a concealed carry violation

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Man faces misdemeanor charge for twice bringing guns to Wisconsin Capitol, demanding to see governor

Joshua Pleasnick, 43, was twice arrested Oct. 4 for carrying a handgun and assault-style rifle on state Capitol grounds.

Chicago Sun-Times

Man faces misdemeanor for twice bringing guns to Wisconsin state Capitol, asking to see governor

A man who brought a loaded handgun into the Wisconsin Capitol, demanding to see Gov. Tony Evers, and returned hours later with an assault rifle after posting bail has been charged with a misdemeanor

The Independent UK

How online sleuths caught Jan. 6 rioters

Ryan Reilly of NBC on the online "Sedition Hunters" who bailed out the FBI and helped catch Capitol rioters

Salon

Proud Boys member pleads guilty to obstruction charge in Jan. 6 attack on Capitol

A Proud Boys member who joined others from the far-right group in attacking the U.S. Capitol has pleaded guilty to obstructing the joint session of Congress for certifying Joe Biden’s 2020 electoral victory

The Independent UK

US cities boost security as fears spread over Israel-Hamas war despite lack of credible threats

Police in New York, Los Angeles, and other U.S. cities have increased patrols, authorities put up fencing around the U.S. Capitol and some schools closed amid fears of violence inspired by the Israel-Hamas war

The Independent UK

Israel attack prompts temporary boost to security of Capitol grounds - Roll Call

Capitol Hill will have more security because of the Israel-Hamas conflict and online discussions of a “Global Day of Rage” on Friday.

Roll Call

Watch outside US Capitol as Republicans vote to nominate next House speaker after Kevin McCarthy ousting

View of the US Capitol as the House of Representatives prepared to vote behind closed doors to nominate a candidate to succeed ousted Kevin McCarthy as speaker of the House.

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Nancy Mace wears bizarre ‘Scarlet Letter’ A shirt to speaker forum

MAGA Republican, who has endorsed Jim Jordan for the House speaker role, told reporters that she was wearing the ‘scarlet letter’ as a symbol that she had been ‘demonised’ at the Capitol this week

The Independent UK

Trump’s election interference trial explained: Everything to know about the case as new evidence revealed

A sprawling Justice Department probe into the former president and his allies yielded four criminal charges in a stunning indictment outlining a path to power at whatever cost, Alex Woodward reports

Roll Call

Speaker race enters critical week with new urgency, no clear outcome - Roll Call

A divided House Republican Conference returned to the Capitol on Monday night amid urgency to fill its leadership vacuum.

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Hakeem Jeffries Slams GOP Move As ‘petty, Partisan And Petulant’

House Minority Leader criticizes eviction of senior Democrats from Capitol offices

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Could Donald Trump stand for US speaker? An expert explains

The roiling civil war on Capitol Hill that’s led to the ousting of Kevin McCarthy as speaker of the US House of Representatives has left Republicans scrambling for a replacement. With no clear successor, the risk of further acute embarrassment to the party, and a slew of legislative priorities on…

The Independent UK

Jan 6 rioter dubbed ‘Conan O’Riot’ is finally tracked down and arrested

The former marine faces four misdemeanour charges in connection with the US Capitol attack

Roll Call

Photos of the week ending October 6, 2023 - Roll Call

Photos of the week: A speaker ousted, a new senator and a new Supreme Court term dominated the Hill this week. Roll Call photojournalists were there.

The Independent UK

Trump praises ‘good friend’ Putin at Iowa campaign event – live

Former president is holding two campaign events in Iowa on Saturday

Chicago Sun-Times

A man seeking Wisconsin’s governor illegally brought guns to the state Capitol — twice in one day

A man carrying a handgun approached security Wednesday. He was taken into custody and released. He returned after hours with a rifle. No one was hurt.

WEKU

An armed man demanding to talk to Wisconsin's governor was arrested twice in one day

The suspect was arrested earlier with a loaded handgun, demanding to see Gov. Tony Evers. After he made bail, he came back with an assault rifle.

The Texas Tribune

U.S. Rep. Troy Nehls leads push for Donald Trump to be next House Speaker

Trump has shown some signs of humoring the idea. He posted a picture of himself with the speaker’s gavel on social media and is reportedly considering visiting the Capitol next week.

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