2 House Dems Request Cots From Army Sec. So National Guardsmen Don T Sleep On Capitol Floor
“After the horrific events of January 6th, the Congress is grateful to have National Guard troops assisting in the protection of the Capitol. We were disappointed though to see in a variety of images in the media, that Guard personnel are having to take breaks or rest on the floors of the Capitol,” Representatives Rosa DeLauro and Betty McCollum wrote in their letter. “Staff were on the call with Vice Chief of Staff, General Martin, and understand that not all Guard personnel currently have secured lodging, and that the Army is considering utilizing the convention center for lodging....