CAPITOL HILL – House Majority Block has installed heavy steel doors in a China-built Capitol Building room following an April 23rd ruling from the Supreme Court that invalidated the speech of block leader Richard Kuhn.
As Congress is set to reopen in early May, lawmakers coincided with a majority block plan to abandon the enforcement pavilion, which would involve the relocation of sessions following the December 18, 2024 fire, obstructing communal rooms and reopening seating within Chinese buildings. Their decision comes amidst a tense standoff over a few weeks of legal talk.
The Supreme Court recently ruled in favor of Speaker CLLR. J. Fonati Koffa confirmed his leadership in the revised information bill he submitted. However, the majority of blocks quickly rejected the decision, claiming that Rep. Richard Nagbe Koon, of Montserrado County District 11, remains a legitimate speaker. They have since introduced the bill and asked the court to review the ruling.
The installation of fortified doors is widely viewed as a physical claim to the majority of authorities.
“This represents a dangerous precedent. It’s not just about political rivalry. It’s about the very foundations of the rule of law,” said T. Emmanuel Wesse. “The Supreme Court decision is final and ignoring it is a nuisance of national stability.”
Majority block members defend their actions by saying they protect the House’s integrity from “outside interference.” Sources say new doors and other security measures are designed to prevent threats and confusion when sessions resume.
Security at the Capitol Building reportedly has been enhanced, with a screening and monitoring system reportedly being installed to monitor movement around the chamber. Staff and legislative aides confirmed an increase in security presence.
Meanwhile, tensions between rival factions show no signs of ease. Supporters of the chairman Kofa have argued that sessions convened without complying with court decisions are illegal and vulnerable to challenges.
“The law is clear,” Coffa Ally said. “We cannot ignore the Constitution and assert its legitimacy.”
