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Capitol Security and Speaker's Authority

The role and authority of the Speaker of the House in Capitol security operations, particularly in relation to the House Sergeant at Arms and the Capitol Police Board.

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Jan 8, 2026

How does the Speaker of the House coordinate with the Sergeant at Arms for Capitol security?

The Speaker of the House does not directly run Capitol security operations; the House Sergeant at Arms is the chamber’s chief law‑enforcement and protocol officer responsible for security on the House...