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Another bill upping Capitol Police retirement age passes the House

For the second time in less than four weeks, the House passed a proposal that could raise the retirement age for Capitol Police officers, part of an effort to address persistent staffing issues that have plagued the agency.  The House cleared a bill by voice vote Tuesday that could allow…

Roll Call · May 19

Capitol Police pay turns contentious as shutdown drags on - Roll Call

Tensions are high amid a larger push to find money for federal law enforcement.

Roll Call · Oct 16, 2025

They keep Congress running. The shutdown plunged them into uncertainty

While furloughed federal employees will see back pay after the partial government shutdown ends, contractors don’t have a guarantee.

Roll Call · Oct 1, 2025

Capitol Police chief addresses ‘human failure’ that led to security lapses - Roll Call

After guns were missed at screening checkpoints, lawmakers called the breaches “unacceptable” while also praising the Capitol Police force.

Roll Call · Mar 25, 2025

Injured officers, Democrats still waiting for Jan. 6 plaque

Ahead of the 4th anniversary of the Capitol attack, some are again calling for the dedication of an overdue plaque to honor police.

Roll Call · Jan 2, 2025

Capitol Police close out post-Jan. 6 recommendations, call for more manpower - Roll Call

Capitol Police have come a long way since Jan. 6, 2021, Sen. Amy Klobuchar said as she chaired her last Senate Rules Committee hearing.

Roll Call · Dec 11, 2024

Capitol Police watchdog reports emerge into public view, but slowly - Roll Call

Inspector general reports can provide a glimpse inside Congress’ police force. Transparency advocates want to see more.

Roll Call · Sep 9, 2024

Harry Dunn, former Capitol cop running for Congress, isn’t done yet - Roll Call

In a crowded Maryland 3rd District primary, Dunn is banking on a pro-democracy message tied to his service as a police officer on Jan. 6.

Roll Call · Feb 7, 2024

Some Capitol Police officers on forced leave after hitting pay cap - Roll Call

Capitol Police officers who have worked substantial overtime, resulting in them hitting an annual pay cap are being put on leave without pay.

Roll Call · Dec 7, 2023

A Capitol Police officer injured on Jan. 6 recalls the chaos and carnage

"It was carnage, it was chaos. I can't even describe what I saw," says U.S. Capitol Police officer Caroline Edwards.

WEKU · Jun 10, 2022