House Staffer Arrested for Bringing Ammo into Capitol
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A House staffer, Michael Hopkins, was arrested for entering the Cannon House Office Building with ammunition, including high-capacity magazines. Hopkins, who works for Rep. Joe Morelle, claimed he forgot the ammunition was in his bag. The incident has led to charges of unlawful possession of ammunition. Morelle's office has pledged full cooperation with the investigation.
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