$621 million – none of which spent on a little waterproofing compound so this type of thing could be prevented.
A leak caused a minor flood in the Capitol Visitor Center on Thursday afternoon, creating a pool of water in one of the months-old underground building’s hallways. [Roll Call]
The good news: The Architect’s office seems to be on top of the problem.
Officials from the Architect of the Capitol’s office said they have not yet determined the cause…
The bad news: Another bailout. This time, literally.