WASHINGTON – Committee on House Administration Ranking Member Rodney Davis (R-IL-13) and Chairperson Zoe Lofgren (D-CA-19) today issued the following statement regarding United States Capitol Police Chief Matthew R. Verderosa’s announced retirement:

“The Committee thanks Chief Matthew R. Verderosa for his 34 years of federal law enforcement service and wishes him well in retirement. Chief Verderosa has served and protected this institution with a high level of integrity and professionalism. We express our sincere gratitude for his service and wish him a long and happy retirement.

“The dedicated men and women who make up the U.S. Capitol Police work tirelessly every day to protect the Capitol Complex, each Member of Congress, Congressional staff, and millions of visitors every year. The Committee looks forward to working closely with the Capitol Police Board as the group conducts a thorough and extensive search for qualified candidates to serve as the next Chief of Police.”

Background:

Chief Matthew R. Verderosa announced today that he will retire from the United States Capitol Police (USCP) on May 31, 2019, after 34 years in law enforcement, including three years as the Chief of Police. You can read Chief Verderosa’s full bio HERE.

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