Capitol Police announced that several roads around the Capitol will close, starting during the early-morning hours Tuesday.
Meanwhile, tall security fencing has returned on the grounds around the Capitol. In a statement, Capitol Police said the move was made “out of an abundance of caution” rather than in response to a particular threat.* Pennsylvania Avenue between First and Third streets NW.* First Street between Constitution Avenue NW and Independence Avenue SW.* Constitution Avenue between Louisiana Avenue NW and Second Street NE.
* First Street between Washington Avenue SW and Louisiana Avenue NW.* First Street between Independence Avenue SE and Constitution Avenue NE.* East Capitol Street between First and Second streets.These roads will close beginning at 7 p.m.:* Constitution Avenue between Third Street NW and Louisiana Avenue NW.* Independence Avenue between Third Street SW and Washington Avenue SW.* Second Street between Washington Avenue SW and C Street SW.