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Capitol Chaos: Lawmakers Clash with Police Over TikTok Video

11/8/2025

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Rep. Maxine Dexter (D-OR) filmed a video with TikTok influencer Johnny Palmadessa in the U.S. Capitol rotunda, which requires approval from both the House and Senate.
A Capitol Police officer attempted to remove them, citing the need for a concurrent resolution, but Dexter contended that the rules do not apply to Congress members.
Rep. Chrissy Houlahan (D-PA) also encountered Capitol Police interference while seeking answers from Speaker Mike Johnson regarding government shutdown negotiations.
Johnson has stated he will not engage in discussions until the Senate passes his continuing resolution.

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Rep. Maxine Dexter (D-OR) filmed a video with TikTok influencer Johnny Palmadessa in the U.S. Capitol rotunda, which requires approval from both the House and Senate.
A Capitol Police officer attempted to remove them, citing the need for a concurrent resolution, but Dexter contended that the rules do not apply to Congress members.
Rep. Chrissy Houlahan (D-PA) also encountered Capitol Police interference while seeking answers from Speaker Mike Johnson regarding government shutdown negotiations.
Johnson has stated he will not engage in discussions until the Senate passes his continuing resolution.