WASHINGTON — The State of the Union address on Tuesday has heightened security around the Capitol as possible truck convoys could cause disruptions.
The Secret Service is leading the security for the State of the Union, which requires more safety preparations and partnerships with local and federal agencies including DC Police, US Capitol Police and Park Police.
The D.C. National Guard has been requested for assistance for at least the rest of the week. The police department has officers on hand from other cities including Baltimore and Philadelphia.
“We’re assuring residents that we’ve been planning and using the best tools in our disposal to minimize disruption, and we will communicate frequently all that we know when we know it,” Mayor Muriel Bowser told WUSA9 in a briefing on Monday.
Chief Contee could not provide specifics on the security plan, but emphasized demonstrators are welcome to the city. However, he stressed he will not tolerate illegal activity if the truck convoy reaches the city.
