Democrat Rep caught on camera pulling House office fire alarm ahead of continuing resolution vote

Democratic Representative Jamaal Bowman of New York was reportedly caught on camera pulling the fire alarm in the Cannon House Office ahead of the vote on the House continuing resolution that would avoid the government shutdown, according to reports by various news outlets12. The incident was reported by a crew member, causing British Airways to delay the 12-hour flight to Heathrow Airport1. Bowman’s spokeswoman Emma Simon said the representative was in a rush and didn’t know “he would trigger a building alarm.”1. The incident has sparked outrage among the public and has been seen as a violation of safety and security1. The case is ongoing and the future of Bowman's career remains uncertain1.

Key facts:

  • Democratic Representative Jamaal Bowman of New York was reportedly caught on camera pulling the fire alarm in the Cannon House Office ahead of the vote on the House continuing resolution that would avoid the government shutdown, according to reports by various news outlets12.
  • The incident was reported by a crew member, causing British Airways to delay the 12-hour flight to Heathrow Airport1.
  • Bowman’s spokeswoman Emma Simon said the representative was in a rush and didn’t know “he would trigger a building alarm.”1.
  • The incident has sparked outrage among the public and has been seen as a violation of safety and security1.
  • The case is ongoing and the future of Bowman's career remains uncertain1.