AdvertisementBiden fires the architect of the Capitol after bipartisan criticism from lawmakersUpdated February 13, 2023Dustin JonesfacebookEmailArchitect of the Capitol J. Brett Blanton was fired by President Biden Monday for a series of ethical violations, including his not being present on the grounds during the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol. (AP)This article was originally published on February 13, 2023.