An 18-year-old man named Carter Camacho from Smyrna, Georgia, has been arrested at the U.S. Capitol after being found carrying a loaded shotgun and additional ammunition. According to court documents, Camacho stated that he intended to speak to a member of Congress upon his arrival. He parked his vehicle near the Capitol and ran towards the building dressed in body armor and camouflage, raising alarms among security personnel.

As he approached the Capitol, officers from the U.S. Capitol Police intervened and demanded that he stop. When questioned about what he was carrying, Camacho brandished his shotgun before complying with police orders to drop to the ground. He was subsequently taken into custody for his actions, which raised significant security concerns given the context of past attacks on the Capitol.

This incident highlights ongoing tensions and potential threats surrounding the Capitol, especially after the January 6 events, as authorities remain vigilant about possible threats to congressional safety. It also raises questions about mental health and motivations behind such alarming actions, prompting federal prosecutors to seek more information on Camacho's rationale for his behavior as they plan his court proceedings.