Video: Police take down politician in confrontation

MADISON, Wis. — A Democratic lawmaker in Wisconsin has had a confrontation with police while trying to enter the Capitol building.

A video shows Representative Nick Milroy being tackled by Capitol police while trying to enter the building to retrieve some clothes.

Milroy tried to get through the door of the Capitol before struggling with police and eventually being pulled to the ground. It doesn't appear as if Milroy was given the chance to present his ID.

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Wisconsin state Representative Nick Milroy later released a statement Friday detailing a confrontation he had with police while trying to enter the Capitol building Thursday night.

"Last night, I was aggressive in attempting to re-enter the Capitol and law enforcement was aggressive in trying to keep me out," he said. "I was eventually allowed in and watched as other law enforcement, like Capitol Police Chief Tubbs, skillfully worked to clear the building so access can return to normal."

"This armed-palace environment created by Gov. Walker has everyone feeling very tense and emotions are running high."

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