Scripps News exclusive: US Capitol Police chief confident agency is prepared for potential election violence

The video features an interview with Tom Manger, Chief of the United States Capitol Police, discussing the department's efforts to secure the Capitol before and after Election Day. Manger, who took over after the January 6th riots, highlights the challenges of keeping politics out of security, the increase in threats, and the department's staffing and resource improvements. He emphasizes the importance of a peaceful transfer of power and outlines strategies to handle potential threats, including involving families and mental health resources.

What does Tom Manger believe about the future of power transitions in the U.S.?

How does the Capitol Police Department plan to handle potential threats to members of Congress?

What was the impact of the assassination attempts on the Capitol Police's operations?