Pelosi Wants Congressional Medal For Capitol Police

The Associated Press reports:

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi says she’ll sponsor legislation awarding the Congressional Gold Medal to the U.S. Capitol Police and other law enforcement officers who protected the Capitol as it was overrun by supporters of former President Donald Trump.

At least two-thirds of the House and Senate must co-sponsor Congressional Gold Medal legislation before it is considered in committee.

Congress has commissioned gold medals as its highest expression of national appreciation for distinguished achievements and contributions. The first recipient was George Washington. Over the years, the medal has been presented to military leaders, authors, athletes and civil rights icons.

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House Speaker Pelosi says she’ll sponsor legislation awarding the Congressional Gold Medal to the U.S. Capitol Police & other law enforcement officers who protected the Capitol as it was overrun by supporters of former President Trump.https://t.co/FdaLLxJaHf

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