Legislative session disrupted by ‘credible threat’ in California Capitol
California politics
Mackenzie MaysApril 13, 2023
California legislature
somewhat disturbed
in Sacramento
what disturbed Thursday morning
after the California Highway Patrol warned of a “credible” threat to the Capitol.
A sitting on the floor of the state senate was postponed and moved to another building, and legislative staffers who had not yet reported had to go to work
yet
were asked to stay at home or work remotely.
Those already in the Capitol were asked to “remain in place” until more information was provided, according to a memo that Senate Secretary Erika Contreras sent to lawmakers and staff.
“The CHP and security partners are present in greater numbers in the Capitol area and are alert to the situation,” the memo said.
A similar warning was later sent to the Assembly by the Rules Committee, asking lawmakers and staff to remain “situationally aware”.
Officers banned at least one people from entering the Capitol as of 10
press
press conference scheduled by a legislator to promote legislation was cancelled.
Three lawmakers said they were told the threat is related to a shooting incident in Roseville on Wednesday evening. Kaiser Permanente Hospital was closed after shots were fired at the building in that case, but no one was injured. The suspect did not
yet
approved Thursday morning.
The California Highway Patrol Capitol Protection Section, which provides security for state lawmakers, had not released details about the incident as of early Thursday morning.

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