Capitol Police arrested a man attempting to enter the Capitol Visitor Center with a torch, flare gun and smelling of fuel, according to the department.
The man was stopped just after 1:30 p.m. at the screening checkpoint for entering the CVC, according to a statement from USCP.
The Capitol Visitor Center, which welcomes about 3 million visitors per year, is closed “for the day” as the investigation into the incident continues. Staff-led tours are still happening.
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Both the House and Senate are out of session, and it is unlikely there are any lawmakers on Capitol Hill today, though staff, tour guides and other employees are on site. The House will hold a pro forma session at 5 p.m.
