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U.S. Capitol Police have closed off the area west of the Capitol after finding an "unattended bag" and will not let visitors approach the west front (I am nearby). Bomb squad on the way. No evacuations to my knowledge yet - more as news available.
Andy Cochran Sent via BlackBerry Handheld
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