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Originally published on January 13, 2021 4:20 pm
Several Republican members of Congress grew angry on Tuesday over new security systems implemented at the Capitol. The safety measures, which included metal detectors and physical pat-downs in some instances, were introduced after last week s deadly insurrection at the complex. You are creating a problem you do not understand the ramifications of, Rep. Steve Womack of Arkansas was heard yelling at police who were conducting the check, according to a press pool report.
He warned that the security check was going to create chaos during busy hours on the floor when members of Congress were streaming through to vote.
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Several lawmakers were visibly upset Tuesday by the new security system at the Capitol complex that requires them to walk through metal detectors, following last week s deadly insurrection.