Thousands of people lined up for blocks outside the U.S. Capitol to say goodbye to Sen. John McCain (R-AZ) as officials, relatives and friends paid tribute to the Vietnam hero and longtime senator lying in state under the majestic dome.
At one point on Friday, U.S. Rep Sam Johnson (R-TX 3rd District) entered the rotunda for one final goodbye to McCain.
Johnson, who usually uses a scooter or wheelchair to get around, decided to walk up to McCain's casket. Senate Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi helped Johnson walk up to the casket, where the two laid their hands on top, gesturing a final goodbye.
House Speaker Paul Ryan called McCain "one of the bravest souls our nation has produced."
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell said, "We thank God for giving this country John McCain."
President Donald Trump was absent from the event, at the McCain family's request after an extended feud between the two.
McCain died Saturday at age 81.
