United States Capitol Police Email Format
Law EnforcementDistrict of Columbia, United States501-1000 Employees
The United States Capitol Police is a federal law enforcement agency responsible for safeguarding Congress, Members of Congress, employees, visitors, and the Capitol’s buildings and grounds from crime, disruption, and terrorism. Its primary aim is to ensure the legislative process can occur in a safe, secure, and open environment, protecting the symbol of democracy and the people who work within and visit the Capitol. Based in Washington, DC, the agency serves as the security body for the federal legislative process and the Congress, including the millions of visitors who come to see democracy in action. The organization operates within the law enforcement industry and has a workforce described as consisting of several hundred personnel; recent developments include leadership changes and the expansion of field offices in response to ongoing threats and security needs. In addition to protecting the physical and procedural integrity of Congress, the department has historically evolved to address broader security challenges in the wake of significant events affecting the Capitol.