Planning to visit the Capitol Complex? Check out our updated list of prohibited items: tinyurl.com/ycyhz532

The exercise is finished. Have a great day!

The exercise is finished. Have a great day!

EXERCISE: This morning, October 18, 2026, we will have a routine training exercise on U.S. Capitol grounds. Please do not be alarmed if you see emergency vehicles, low flying helicopters, and hear the simulated sound of gunfire.

EXERCISE: On Sunday, October 18, 2026, we will have a routine training exercise on the grounds of the U.S. Capitol. Please do not be alarmed if you see emergency vehicles, low flying helicopters, and hear the simulated sound of gunfire.

EXERCISE: This morning, September 20, 2026, we will have a training exercise on Capitol Grounds, near the Senate parks. Please do not be alarmed if you see a lot of police officers, emergency vehicles, & hear a loud boom/simulated shots for training purposes.

EXERCISE: On Sunday, September 20, 2026, we will have a training exercise on Capitol Grounds, near the Senate parks. Please do not be alarmed if you see a lot of police officers, emergency vehicles, & hear a loud boom/simulated shots, which are being used for training purposes.

25 Years Later: The United States Capitol Police Remember September 11, 2001

This afternoon our officers seized a guillotine, which they spotted in the bed of a pickup truck along the 100 block of East Capitol Street. You can learn more about the arrest here: tinyurl.com/2suh8amn

Sometimes you get to be a part of history in this job. We worked with our local, state, & federal partners to ensure the Freedom 250 Grand Prix went safely. Thank you to everyone who secured the historic race -- and for letting our motors take a lap around the track.

Coming to the Capitol this weekend? The Visitor Center is open Saturday but there are some restrictions on the West Front. Correction from previous post: The Capitol Visitor Center is closed on Sunday.

Last week we swore in 24 new officers. Want to build the career of a lifetime? With a starting salary of $86,530, federal benefits, & multiple paths to specialty units – all in our Nation’s Capital – there is something for everyone. Learn more at uscp.gov/careers

National Night Out is a tradition like no other. It's a great time to engage with our community and the law enforcement partners who we work with each day to protect the Congress and the U.S. Capitol. Thank you @DCPoliceDept for planning another incredible @OfficialNNO!

Our officers arrested a man this morning after he drove up to the North Barricade of the U.S. Capitol with a handgun: tinyurl.com/9wd7m7na

Last night we secured another great @July4thPBS concert. Tonight we celebrate 250 years of freedom. 🇺🇸 Happy 4th of July!🎆

Happy birthday America! Today we celebrate 250 years of freedom. We hope you all have a safe and happy 4th of July!

NEW: Due to the excessive heat, the public gates for tonight’s A Capitol Fourth Concert now open at 7:00 p.m. All guests are strongly encouraged to bring an ample supply of water to stay hydrated. Read more important information below: