Live Updates: U.S. Capitol On Lockdown, Evacuations Underway in Other Buildings Over Bomb Threat

Cannon Building Evacuation Order Lifted, U.S. Capitol Police Announce

The Cannon House Office Building, one of the buildings near the Library of Congress, was cleared of its evacuation order by law enforcement, according to a tweet from the U.S. Capitol Police Twitter account.

The tweet also announced that "associated" road closures would also clear promptly.

D.C. Police Still 'Actively Clearing' Suspect's Vehicle

The Washington D.C. Police Department is still "actively clearing" the vehicle driven by the Capitol Hill bomb suspect, according to an update posted on Twitter.

The department said that they would update residents who evacuated nearby homes when it was safe to return.

"Thank you all for your patience during this critical incident," the tweet said."

Roseberry Was Diagnosed with Schizophrenia, Ex-Wife Tells Reuters

Crystal Roseberry, the ex-wife of Capitol bomb suspect Floyd Ray Roseberry, told Reuters that her former husband was diagnosed with schizophrenia and had threatened her with guns in the past.

"He's crazy. He pulled a gun on me and his sister, and shot at me numerous times," Crystal told Reuters.

She said that she divorced him about eight years ago.

Capitol Law Enforcement 'Once Again' Handled Threat to Community, Nancy Pelosi Says in Statement

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi released a statement on Thursday's bomb threat on Capitol Hill, stating that law enforcement "once again" had to deal with a "potential threat to the Capitol Hill community."

"The immense gratitude of the Congress is with all law enforcement officers who today and all days sacrifice to keep the Capitol Complex and those within it safe."

The bomb threat came a little over seven months after a mob of former President Trump's supporters stormed the Capitol building in an attempt to delay the certification of President Joe Biden's 2020 election victory.

In a removed Facebook livestream, the bomb threat suspect, Floyd Ray Roseberry, spoke of a "revolution" and called for Democrats to "step down." He also requested a phone call with Biden.

Rep. Mo Brooks Says He Understands 'Citizenry Anger' at 'Dictatorial Socialism' After Capitol Bomb Threat

Rep. Mo Brooks of Alabama expressed empathy for the suspect behind the Capitol Hill bomb threat in a statement, saying that he understands "citizenry anger directed at dictatorial socialism."

Brooks claimed that "socialism" is a "threat to liberty, freedom and the very fabric of American society."

"The way to stop socialism's march is for patriotic Americans to fight back in the 2022 and 2024 elections. I strongly encourage patriotic Americans to do exactly that more so than ever before," Brooks wrote.

"Bluntly stated, America's future is at risk," he concluded the statement.

Hours of Negotiations Between Police and Suspect Included White Boards, Robot

The hours of negotiations between law enforcement and suspect Floyd Ray Roseberry required white boards and a robot, according to U.S. Capitol Police Chief Tom Manger.

Authorities began communicating with Roseberry, who drive onto the sidewalk outside the Library of Congress around 9:15 a.m. (ET), using white boards and "writing messages back and forth." They also used a robot to get a telephone to the suspect, "but he would not use the telephone."

His surrender "without incident" came shortly after they delivered the telephone to him, Manger said.

U.S. Capitol Police Confirm Suspect Is in Custody

During a news conference Thursday afternoon, U.S. Capitol Police Chief Tom Manger confirmed that the suspect in the active bomb threat near the Library of Congress was taken into custody.

"He got out of the vehicle and surrendered, and the tactical units that were close by took him into custody without incident," Manger told reporters.

Manger also reiterated previous reports that the suspect's name is Floyd Ray Roseberry.

'It's On You, Joe,' Suspect Says While Addressing President in Facebook Livestream

Floyd Ray Roseberry, the North Carolina man suspected to be responsible for Thursday's active bomb threat, said that President Joe Biden was to blame for his actions.

"It's on you, Joe," he said during a removed Facebook livestream.

Roseberry threatened to detonate what he claimed to be explosives in his pickup truck, and asked to speak to Biden on the phone.

Read more here.

Active Bomb Threat Suspect is Now in Custody, According to Reports

The suspect in Thursday's active bomb threat surrendered to police and is now in custody, according to multiple social media reports.

Authorities have yet to confirm the suspect is in custody, but U.S. Capitol Police tweeted shortly after Dienst's post that they would be holding a news conference shortly.

Some Nearby Blocks Instructed to Evacuate Amid Ongoing Negotiations with Suspect

Some Capitol Hill residents near the site of the active bomb threat were told to evacuate Thursday afternoon as negotiations with the suspect continue, NBC4 reported.

The evacuation order applies to the area between Second and Fourth streets SE and A Street SE and Independence Avenue SE.

The vehicle that the suspect claims is carrying explosives is parked on a sidewalk on First Street outside the Library of Congress.

Suspect Asks to Get President Joe Biden 'On the Phone' in Removed Facebook Livestream

In a now removed Facebook livestream, Floyd Ray Roseberry, the man allegedly behind the active bomb threat outside the Library of Congress, asks to get President Joe Biden "on the phone."

Roseberry, streaming from his pickup truck parked on the sidewalk, discussed a "revolution."

"The revolution is on. It's here. It's today," he said.

He addressed Biden directly at points in the stream, warning that if he gets shot, "these two and a half blocks going with me."

Read more here.

Suspect Identified as Floyd Ray Roseberry, a North Carolina Native, CBS Confirms

The suspect in Thursday's active bomb threat investigation was officially identified as Floyd Ray Roseberry, CBS confirmed.

Roseberry is 49-years-old and a native of North Carolina.

Law Enforcement 'Still Working' on Active Bomb Threat Investigation

U.S. Capitol Police and other law enforcement present are "still working" on their investigation of an active bomb threat near the Library of Congress, according to a tweet.

During a recent news conference, U.S. Capitol Police Chief Tom Manger declined to go into detail on ongoing negotiations with the suspect, but promised that authorities were attempting to de-escalate the situation.

"My negotiators are hard at work trying to have a peaceful resolution to this incident," Manger said.

The tweet promised more updates would come when they identified information to be released to the public.

DC Metropolitan Trains to Bypass Capitol South Station

The Washington D.C. Metropolitan rail trains will not stop at the Capitol South station near the scene of the active bomb threat for the time being, according to the Metrorail Twitter account.

Supreme Court Among the Capitol Hill Buildings Evacuated Thursday

The Supreme Court, which is near the Library of Congress, was also evacuated Thursday as authorities investigate the active bomb threat, according to a Court spokesperson. It was not immediately clear how many people were inside the Court because it is not currently open to the public due to COVID-19 restrictions.

Other evacuated buildings include the James Madison Memorial Building and Thomas Jefferson Building, both part of the Library of Congress, and the Cannon House Office Building.

Congress is currently on a scheduled recess, but some staffers were still present in various offices around Capitol Hill Thursday.

Man Who Claims to Have Bomb in His Truck Appears to Be Livestreaming

The suspect in Thursday's active bomb investigation outside the Library of Congress appears to have been livestreaming on Facebook.

When asked about the livestream at a news conference, U.S. Capitol Police Chief Tom Manger said that while he didn't want to elaborate on ongoing negotiations with the suspect, he knew "that some information has come out on livestream."

When probed for further details on the effects of the apparent livestream on the investigation, Manger responded that authorities were "trying to get as much information as we can to find a way to peacefully resolve this."

"We are in communication with the suspect, but I don't want to talk about exactly what we're talking about because the negotiations are ongoing," Manger told reporters.

Manger said that officials had found a possible name and identity for the suspect, pending confirmation, though his motives still remain unclear.

Officials Haven't Yet Determined Motive of Man Claiming to Have Bomb Amid Negotiations

Chief Tom Manger of the U.S. Capitol Police told reporters at a news conference that they haven't yet determined the motive of the man who claims to have a bomb in a vehicle parked outside the Library of Congress.

Manger said that the man drove onto the sidewalk outside of the Library of Congress in his black truck around 9:15 a.m. (ET) Thursday.

The man told a responding officer that he had a bomb in the vehicle, and appeared to have a detonator, Manger said. Officials have not yet confirmed whether the man's claims of a bomb being inside the truck are true.

"My negotiators are hard at work trying to have a peaceful resolution to this incident," Manger said.

Police Deploying Snipers to Scene of Active Bomb Threat, According to Officials

Police were sending snipers to the scene of the active bomb threat near the Library of Congress Thursday, officials told the Associated Press.

Authorities were trying to determine whether the device under investigation was an operable bomb and whether the man inside the truck had access to a detonator for the potential explosive, AP reported.

Area Around Active Bomb Investigation Blocked Off By Police Cars, Barricades

As authorities continue to investigate the active bomb threat near the Library of Congress, the area has been sectioned off by police cars and barricades, the Associated Press reported.

Several fire trucks and ambulances were also stationed by the area. In addition to U.S. Capitol Police and the FBI, the District of Columbia's Metropolitan Police and Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives were also responding to the threat.

FBI On Scene, Trying Engage with Man Inside 'Suspicious' Truck

The Federal Bureau of Investigation joined U.S. Capitol Police in their active bomb threat investigation Thursday, Politico reported.

The FBI is attempting to "engage in dialogue" with a man inside the "suspicious vehicle" currently under investigation. U.S. Capitol Police announced earlier that the vehicle was the subject of an "active bomb threat."

James Madison Memorial Building Ordered to Evacuate

A memo sent to staff in the James Madison Memorial Building ordered those inside to evacuate, according to a tweet from Aaron Fritschner, the communications director for Rep. Don Beyer.

Staff in the building were previously ordered to shelter-in-place, but the new memo now directs those inside to exit near Second Street and avoid exits near First Street.

Memo Orders Evacuation of Cannon House Office Building

Aaron Fritschner, the communications director for Rep. Don Beyer, tweeted Thursday that U.S. Capitol Police ordered staff in the Cannon House Office Building to evacuate.

A screenshot of a memo sent to staff in the building, posted on Twitter by Fritschner, shows that Cannon workers were directed to move to another building.

Police Investigating Active Bomb Threat Near Library of Congress

The "suspicious vehicle" investigation near the Library of Congress in Washington D.C. is now an active bomb threat investigation, according to U.S. Capitol Police.

A tweet from the police department instructed people to continue avoiding the area near the library.

Congressional Staff Sent Memo to Evacuate, Shelter-In-Place

As U.S. Capitol Police investigate a "suspicious vehicle" near the Library of Congress, Congressional staffers were sent memos to evacuate the Thomas Jefferson building of the library and shelter-in-place at the James Madison Memorial Building.

The memo directed at staff in the Jefferson building instructed staff to "remain calm" and "move in a safe manner" to the exits. It warned them not to attempt to use the exits on the west side of the building, near First Street.

The memo directed at the Madison building instructed staff to move inside their office or the closest office, take emergency equipment and visitors with them, seek cover in a public space and await further direction.