Wilson, R-Longview, said he discovered the unloaded pistol in his carry-on bag after it passed through airport security in Portland without notice.

A Washington state senator was arrested at the airport in Hong Kong and charged with possession of an unregistered firearm, his office said.

Sen. Jeff Wilson, R-Longview, was detained at Hong Kong International Airport on Friday night after he found a pistol in his carry-on bag and reported it to customs officials.

He was released on bail Sunday and faces a hearing Oct. 30.

  • LEDZeppelin@lemmy.world
    371·
    9 months ago

    Run for public office and get 5 weeks vacation time with your beloved firearm while you deny basic human decency for the people who elect you.

    Offer valid only if you have the magic ‘R’ next to your name