by Sam Dorman at Fox News
Authorities have removed the fencing erected outside of the U.S. Capitol after the rioting that occurred more than two months ago.
“All of the fencing that surrounded the outer perimeter of the U.S. Capitol Complex has been removed,” read a Wednsday press release from U.S. Capitol Police.
“Affected roads have reopened. The USCP is ready to quickly ramp up security at a moment’s notice, if needed.”
It added that the inner perimeter fencing remained in place as police and others work to strengthen their security posture.
The continued presence of enhanced security at the Capitol has become a touchy issue in recent months. At the end of February, House Republicans and the D.C. City Council both sent letters to House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., about the prolonged presence of additional fencing…
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