The copper cast of the tip of the Statue of Liberty's nose, which was expected to fetch between $150,000 and $200,000, was one of four made during a restoration effort in the 1980s.
Authorities in Miami say the shootout that left two Miami-Dade police officers dead today came as the officers were serving a homicide warrant in Miami's Liberty City neighborhood.
The Department of Homeland Security, the FBI and fire crews have also been called to the scene to assist police with the investigation and determine what is in the object.
With the support of every member of the Democratic caucus and some Republicans, the Senate on Monday voted to move forward with the Employment Non-Discrimination Act (ENDA).