Tensions Rise at the U.S. Capitol: 67-Year-Old Man Arrested for Allegedly Carrying a Handgun Without a License A concerning incident unfolded outside the U.S. Capitol's North Barricade on Monday, with a 67-year-old Mississippi man taken into custody by the U.S. Capitol Police (USCP). Wendell J. Royster, from Columbia, Mississippi, is accused of carrying a pistol without a license or permit, sparking fears of potential security breaches at a time when the nation's capital is already on high alert. The arrest occurred at approximately 11:22 a.m., with the USCP statement revealing that Royster now faces a single count of carrying a pistol without a license. As authorities continue to investigate, the incident serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing security concerns surrounding the U.S. Capitol and the importance of adhering to strict firearms regulations in the nation's capital.


A Mississippi man allegedly spotted with a handgun in his lap outside the U.S. Capitol's North Barricade is in custody, U.S. Capitol Police (USCP) said Monday. Wendell J. Royster, 67, of Columbia, Miss., faces one count of carrying a pistol without a license and no permit, according to a USCP statement. At around 11:22 a.m.,...