the Capitol

noun

: the building in which the U.S. Congress meets in Washington, D.C.

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The Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies, which handles logistics for the congressional luncheon held to recognize the new president as well as the inauguration speech and swearing in ceremony at the Capitol, expects its role to continue regardless of a shutdown. —

Sam Woodward, USA TODAY, 21 Dec. 2024 But Vance served a key purpose as a conduit with experience at the Capitol. —

Brett Samuels, The Hill, 20 Dec. 2024 This Week in Politics: Melissa Brown and Vivian Jones break down the latest political developments this week, including a look at the unwritten rules being enforced at the Capitol, campaign fundraising for the U.S. Senate race and the latest on tax cut bills, among many other things. —

Amber Roberson, The Tennessean, 20 Dec. 2024 Oregon Western Christian 70, Chatsworth 60: Despite 36 points from Alijah Arenas, Chatsworth suffered its first defeat in the Capitol City Classic in Oregon. —

Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 20 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for the Capitol