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The USCP’s Response to the Inspector General’s Testimony

Press Release

The United States Capitol Police agrees with the Inspector General that the Department must continue to improve and expand its intelligence and protective capabilities. This is vital for carrying out our critical mission.

Training is a top priority. We are working diligently to address staffing shortages in order to provide officers more time for additional training.

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USCP Officers Arrest Fugitive with Loaded "Ghost Gun"

Press Release

Last night the United States Capitol Police arrested a fugitive who was in possession of a gun, which was loaded with a large capacity magazine.  

At approximately 4:50pm, on October 26, USCP officers spotted a stolen vehicle driving eastbound near Independence Avenue, SE, and 3rd Street, SE. 

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New Website Aims to Fill Diminishing USCP Memorial Fund

Press Release

The attacks on January 6 and April 2 prompted the United States Capitol Police Memorial Fund to distribute several hundred thousand dollars to USCP families. 

Before January 6th, the Memorial Fund had approximately $800,000. Today it has nearly $400,000.

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USCP Response to OIG Report #7

Press Release

The United States Capitol Police is already working to address the recommendations detailed in the Office of Inspector General's (OIG's) 7th flash report about the January 6 attack.

The report focuses on the Dignitary Protection Division (DPD), as well as the Department's Human Capital.

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USCP Recruitment Videos Aim to Fill Open Positions, Expand the Department

Press Release

Since January 6, the United States Capitol Police has been working to enhance the Department. 

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UPDATE: Suspicious Vehicle Investigation 

Press Release

The United States Capitol Police arrested a man after he illegally parked in front of the Supreme Court and refused leave.

In August, the same man came to the Capitol Complex and made concerning statements.

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USCP Prepared for September 18 Demonstration

Press Release

The United States Capitol Police is aware of concerning online chatter about a demonstration planned for September 18.

"We are here to protect everyone's First Amendment right to peacefully protest," said Chief Tom Manger. "I urge anyone who is thinking about causing trouble to stay home. We will enforce the law and not tolerate violence."

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USCP Officers Arrest California Man with Bayonet & Machete

Press Release

This morning the United States Capitol Police arrested a California man who had multiple knives in his truck near the Democratic National Committee headquarters.

"This is good police work plain and simple," said Chief Tom Manger. "We applaud the officers' keen observation and the teamwork that resulted in this arrest."

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UPDATE: USCP’s January 6 Internal Investigations

Press Release

After January 6, the United States Capitol Police promised to provide an update on its internal investigations related to the attack.

This week, the USCP provided the Department of Justice the administrative cases as part of the ongoing discovery production in the prosecution of the January 6 rioters. Officer names, witness names, and complainant names were redacted. 

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USCP Response to OIG Report #6

Press Release

The United States Capitol Police is grateful the Office of Inspector General (OIG) acknowledged the Hazardous Incident Response Division (HIRD) for contributing "greatly toward the Department's mission on January 6" in its sixth flash report about HIRD and the Canine Unit. "The Division's response to the threat of hazardous devices was excellent," the Inspector General reported.

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