Scoop: Reid to lie in state week of Jan. 10
Source: Axios
Congressional leaders and the family of late Sen. Harry Reid (D-Nev.) are finalizing details to have the former majority leader lie in state in the Capitol Rotunda during the week of Jan. 10, a person familiar with the matter tells Axios.
Why it matters: The honor is accorded to Americans who've served their country in an official capacity. Just weeks ago, it was conferred on another Senate majority leader, the late Sen. Bob Dole (R-Kan.).
It serves as a formal opportunity for Washington — including members of Congress and often the sitting president — to pay their respects to the deceased.
It also allows reflection on his or her life and the policy changes they ushered into law.
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I always had great admiraton and respect for Senator Reid! 
