US Capitol Police investigating ‘vile and deeply inappropriate symbol’ found in GOP lawmaker’s office
U.S. Capitol Police are investigating a “disgusting and highly inappropriate symbol” found in GOP Rep. Dave Taylor’s office, the congressman said in a statement.
The congresswoman’s office did not confirm to CNN what the symbol was, but Politico reported The USCP was reportedly called after an American flag altered to include a swastika was found in the Ohio Republican’s office in Washington, D.C.
“I am aware of an image in my office depicting a disgusting and highly inappropriate symbol next to an employee,” Taylor said. expression.
“The content of this image does not reflect the values or standards of this office, my staff, or myself, and I condemn it in the strongest terms. Upon learning of this matter, I immediately initiated a full investigation with the Capitol Police, which is ongoing. There will be no further comment until it is completed.”
The congressman’s office called the incident “vandalism” in a statement accompanying Taylor’s statement.
When CNN reached out to USCP for comment, the agency sent an automated response that the public information office was closed for routine business during the government shutdown.
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