Manger named new U.S. Capitol Police chief

Thomas Manger was officially announced Thursday as the new United States Capitol Police Chief after a months-long search to fill the role in a year of turmoil on the Capitol.

Manger worked in law enforcement for 42 years and served as police chief for two decades for two of the largest agencies in the National Capital Region. He was most recently the police chief of Montgomery County, Maryland.

“The challenges of protecting the Capitol campus and all who work or travel there have never been more complex,” Manger said in a statement. “The courage and dedication of the men and women of this agency were in the spotlight on January 6. Now it’s my job to make sure they have the resources and support they need to continue fulfilling their mission in an increasingly difficult job.