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Members of Congress Press for More Security After Minnesota Attacks

A Capitol security official briefed senators on enhanced security precautions, and lawmakers in both parties said more funding was needed to protect themselves.

© Eric Lee for The New York Times

Congress determines how much to spend on its own security as part of the annual appropriations process, though the president must sign funding bills.

1 Killed in Shooting at ‘No Kings’ Protest in Salt Lake City

Arthur Folasa Ah Loo, 39, a Samoan-born fashion designer, was participating in an anti-Trump protest in Salt Lake City on Saturday when he was shot by a man working security, the police said.

Many Lawmakers Share Their Home Addresses. Political Violence Is Changing That.

The Minnesota assassination is causing some state legislators to rethink home security and how much personal information they make public.

© Tim Gruber for The New York Times

A makeshift memorial outside the Minnesota State Capitol.
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