Democrats propose quick reaction force in $2.1bn Capitol security bill

• Proposal also includes construction of retractable fencing
• Recommendations follow 6 January insurrection at US Capitol

House Democrats plan on Wednesday to unveil a $2.1bn supplemental bill to enhance security at the Capitol that will propose creating a quick reaction force to guard against future threats in the wake of the Capitol attack, according to sources familiar with the matter.

The proposed bill will also include the construction of a retractable fencing system around the Capitol, the sources said.