Rep. Louie Gohmert, Texas Republican, watches as his amendment to allow people with concealed-carry permits from states to carry guns in the District is voted down Thursday by the House Judiciary Committee. (Andrew Harnik/The Washington Times)

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Rep. Louie Gohmert, Texas Republican, watches as his amendment to allow people with concealed-carry permits from states to carry guns in the District is voted down Thursday by the House Judiciary Committee. (Andrew Harnik/The Washington Times)