US Capitol Police Chief Hired in Wake of Jan. 6 Announces Retirement

Police Chief J. Thomas Manger said he plans to step down in May.

U.S. Capitol Police Chief J. Thomas Manger testifies during a Senate hearing on Jan. 5, 2022. Tom Williams/AFP via Getty Images

U.S. Capitol Police Chief J. Thomas Manger, who was appointed after the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol breach, said he will retire in May after four years in the role.

Manger became chief in July 2021, replacing Acting Chief Yogananda Pittman. She had temporarily stepped in after Steven Sund resigned amid criticism over the agency’s response to Jan. 6.