Extra Security Measures for Jan. 6 Electoral Vote Count Announced by Secret Service
Extra Security Protocols Confirmed for Jan. 6 Electoral Vote Count
The Secret Service has confirmed that extra security will be implemented at the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2025. This decision follows a request from the Mayor of Washington, D.C., to designate the event as a National Special Security Event (NSSE).
Significance of the NSSE Designation
The statement released by the Secret Service emphasized that this is the first time a Certification of Electoral Votes has been granted such a designation. The event follows the events of January 6, 2021, when over 200 officers were injured during the Capitol attack. This heightened security reflects the lessons learned from past incidents.
Enhanced Security Measures and Resources
- Additional resources and personnel will be deployed around the Capitol.
- Advanced technology will be utilized to detect weapons and potential threats.
- A larger security perimeter will be established to ensure public safety.
The federal government will coordinate closely with state and local partners. Other national events designated as NSSEs include presidential inaugurations, national conventions, and the State of the Union.
The NSSE designation system began in 1998, with funding appropriated by Congress since 2006.
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