Threats of violent cause safety concerns at the Capitol Building in Lansing
LANSING, Mich. โ Concerns at the Michigan Capitol Building in Lansing are on the rise amid chatter of widespread protests in the days leading up to President-Elect Joe Bidenโs Inauguration on Jan. 20. Under the recommendation of Michigan State Police, a six-foot tall fence around the Michigan Capitol Building in Lansing will be completed Friday to guard against the possibility of violence. On Monday, the Michigan State Capitol Commission unanimously voted to ban the open carry of guns from inside the Michigan Capitol. Michigan State Police circled the Capitol Building in Lansing in large numbers -- on foot and on bikes -- ahead of the fence going up Friday. Additionally, Michiganโs State Capitol Commission voted to ban open carry of firearms at the Capitol on Monday.
6-foot fences to be installed around Michigan Capitol Building due to threats of violence
โMichigan is ground zero for those who are wishing to take over state government,โ said Michigan AG Dana Nessel. Iโm exceedingly worried.โโOn Monday, the Michigan State Capitol Commission unanimously voted to ban the open carry of guns from inside the Michigan Capitol, effective immediately. Nessel said security inside the Michigan Capitol isnโt as impactful as sheโd like. New Michigan Speaker of the House Jason Wentworth held a briefing Wednesday morning along side Speaker Pro Tempore Pamela Hornberger. Additionally, Michiganโs State Capitol Commission voted to ban open carry of firearms at the Capitol on Monday.
State to install 6-foot fence around Michigan Capitol building ahead of possible armed protests
LANSING, Mich. โ The state of Michigan is planning to install a six-foot tall fence around the Capitol building due to the possibility of armed protests, Capitol Commissioner John Truscott said. On Monday, the Michigan State Capitol Commission unanimously voted to ban the open carry of guns from inside the Michigan Capitol, effective immediately. The commission, which is responsible for overseeing the Capitol, voted 6-0 in favor of banning firearms from inside the Lansing Capitol building. โNo lawmaker, reporter, staff member, or anyone who works in the Michigan Capitol should fear for their safety at work,โ Whitmer said. I am hopeful that the Capitol Commission will recognize the need for further action, and I stand ready to assist in implementing this policy to keep Michiganders safe.โ
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer calls for โimmediate actionโ to ban all weapons at Michigan Capitol
Gretchen Whitmer is calling for a ban on all weapons at the state Capitol, citing Aprilโs armed protests in Lansing and the insurrection in Washington, D.C., last week. โNo lawmaker, reporter, staff member, or anyone who works in the Michigan Capitol should fear for their safety at work,โ Whitmer said. On Monday, the Michigan State Capitol Commission unanimously voted to ban the open carry of guns from inside the Michigan Capitol, effective immediately. The commission, which is responsible for overseeing the Capitol, voted 6-0 in favor of banning firearms from inside the Lansing Capitol building. I am hopeful that the Capitol Commission will recognize the need for further action, and I stand ready to assist in implementing this policy to keep Michiganders safe.โ
Deadly siege on US Capitol Building reignites gun debate in Michigan
LANSING, Mich. โ The riots in Washington, D.C. Wednesday that left five people dead has reignited debates over whether guns should be allowed inside Michiganโs Capitol Building. READ: FBI, Michigan federal prosecutor seek tips in deadly siege on US Capitol BuildingWith the new legislative session starting in days, security of the Capitol will likely take center stage. Itโs impossible to come to work when you are under that constant threat,โ Lasinski said. Security experts are now viewing that event as a potential practice run for those who stormed the U.S. Capitol Building Wednesday. โThere should be no weapons of any kind in our Capitol,โ Lasinski said.