Overview

• The Capitol Police Board selected Sullivan to lead the U.S. Capitol Police, succeeding J. Thomas Manger who retired last week.
• He brings over 30 years of law enforcement experience, including interim chief of the Phoenix Police Department, deputy commissioner of the Baltimore Police Department and deputy chief in Louisville.
• The board cited his role guiding the Phoenix force through a Department of Justice investigation and overhauling use-of-force policies.
• His appointment follows union objections to acting Chief Sean Gallagher over his Jan. 6 leadership position and involvement in an overtime scandal.
• Sullivan is set to be sworn in on June 30 and will oversee efforts to boost officer morale and strengthen security at the Capitol.