Senator Tim Sheehy Assists Police in Removing Protester at Senate Hearing

During a Senate Armed Services hearing on March 3, 2026, anti-war protester Brian C. McGinnis disrupted proceedings by shouting opposition to U.S. military involvement related to Iran and Israel. Capitol Police moved to remove him after he resisted arrest and clung to a doorway, resulting in injuries to McGinnis and three officers. Montana Senator Tim Sheehy, a former Navy SEAL, assisted police in ejecting McGinnis, describing the protester as confrontational and expressing hope for his well-being. McGinnis faces multiple charges including assault and resisting arrest.