Architect of the Capitol J. Brett Blanton speaks as he accepts the 2020 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree, on the grounds of the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Nov. 20, 2020. President Joe Biden has fired the embattled Architect of the Capitol, the official who oversees the U.S. Capitol complex, officials said. The White House said Monday, Feb. 13, 2023, Blanton's appointment was terminated. It comes as House Speaker Kevin McCarthy said he'd lost confidence in Blanton's ability to do the job. (Kevin Dietsch/Pool via AP) **FILE**
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