"Colorado Lawmaker's Apology Sparks Debate on Capitol Gun Safety"
TL;DR
Colorado state Rep. Don Wilson apologized for leaving a loaded handgun in a state Capitol bathroom, which was discovered by a janitor and later returned to him by the State Patrol. House leadership criticized his handling of the weapon, calling it a "dangerous situation." This incident is not the first involving lawmakers and firearms in the Capitol, prompting calls for stricter adherence to firearm rules.
- Colorado lawmaker apologizes for leaving gun in Capitol bathroom The Denver Post
- Republican state representative left a loaded handgun in Colorado Capitol bathroom The Colorado Sun
- Lawmaker leaves Glock in statehouse bathroom, fueling debate about guns in Capitol building Colorado Public Radio
- Colorado Rep. Don Wilson leaves gun unattended at state Capitol FOX 31 Denver
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