National Politics Support Local News. We've been with you throughout the pandemic, the vaccinations and the reopening of schools, businesses and communities. There's never been more of a need for the kind of local, independent and unbiased journalism that The Day produces. Please support our work by subscribing today. U.S. Capitol, symbol of democracy, off-limits on Independence Day This June 30, 2021, photo shows the Old Senate Chamber in the Capitol in Washington. The U.S. Capitol is still closed to most public visitors. It's the longest stretch ever that the building has been off-limits in its 200-plus year history. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)