On the recordFebruary 22, 2021
I think that is very important, because we just--as I say, we do not want the United States Capitol to be so protected that it is inaccessible to the American people.
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congress.govI think that is very important, because we just--as I say, we do not want the United States Capitol to be so protected that it is inaccessible to the American people.
Senator King emphasizes the need for security without compromising public access to the Capitol.
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