WASHINGTON – Capitol Police are investigating an incident in which a Republican lawmaker was blocked from entering the House chamber after setting off a metal detector while apparently carrying a concealed gun.Rep.
Andy Harris, R-Md., set off the metal detector while trying to enter the chamber Thursday afternoon. The metal detectors were installed after the Jan.
6 insurrection at the Capitol, which left five people dead, including a Capitol police officer. The incident was witnessed by a reporter from the Huffington PostAfter setting off the machine, Harris was asked to step aside for further screening.
At that time, an officer discovered Harris was carrying a concealed gun on his side, according to the reporter.The officer sent Harris.