Larson Statement on Incident at the U.S. Capitol

East Hartford, CT - Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) released the following statement after U. S. Capitol Police arrested a visitor with a lighter and a flare gun at the Capitol Visitor Center.

"Thank God no one was harmed during today's incident at the Capitol," said Larson. "I am grateful for the swift action of the U. S. Capitol Police as they work to keep staff and visitors safe today and every day. We must ensure USCP and our first responders have the resources they need to investigate this incident and continue to keep the Capitol safe and secure. Threats to our democracy will not stand, especially on Election Day. The American people should rest assured their voices will be heard at the ballot box, and those results will be respected."