Secret Tunnel Discovered Under US Capitol

Secret Tunnel Unearthed Beneath US Capitol: Congressman Reveals Hidden Staircase A hidden passageway has been discovered beneath the US Capitol building in Washington, D.C. The discovery was revealed in a video shared on X, showing Republican Congressman Tim Moore lifting a floorboard in the Lincoln Room to expose a staircase leading down into a dark, mysterious tunnel. The tunnel's existence is shrouded in historical mystery. According to legend, British soldiers utilized this passage during their attack on the Capitol in 1814, when they targeted President George Washington. The video footage shows the dark, narrow stairs, along with graffiti on the walls, adding to the intrigue and raising questions about its use over time. "Who's been down there writing on the steps?" asked one user in response to the video, highlighting the mystery surrounding the graffiti and the tunnel's history. The discovery underscores the rich and often hidden history beneath the iconic US Capitol building, prompting further investigation into the tunnel's purpose and significance.