Capitol Police Slated To Run Out of Money

The Capitol Police, responsible for protecting lawmakers, is facing a financial crisis due to massive overtime costs and a lack of funding for officer salaries. The department is projected to exceed its overtime budget by $28 million, and 69 officers have left since January 6th. The Senate is debating a stopgap funding deal, with Democrats proposing a $3.7 billion package and Republicans suggesting a $1 billion alternative. The House passed a bill to fund the Capitol Police, but the Senate has yet to act. Political disagreements over the funding amount and priorities are delaying the resolution.

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