Six police officers were injured as violence erupted at the Democratic National Committee headquarters during an anti-Israel, pro-palestine rally. While Democratic politicians and officials attended a campaign reception inside, the protesters began chanting and blocking the entrances and exits to the building, demanding a cease-fire, reports National Review.
“Tonight 6 officers were treated for injuries – ranging from minor cuts to being pepper sprayed to being punched. One person has been arrested for assault on an officer. We appreciate our officers who kept these illegal & violent protesters back & protected everyone in the area,” Capitol Police said in a tweet Wednesday night.
During the protest, Capitol Police entered the building and urged the assembled lawmakers to shelter in the basement, according to Representative Brad Sherman. Some lawmakers were then rushed from the building in police cars.
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Absolute mayhem outside the Democratic National Committee headquarters in Washington DC.
Ceasefire advocates who were protesting and blocking the doors of the DNC building are being pulled off, thrown down, and arrested by law enforcement. pic.twitter.com/uCEsYGQt8L
— Yashar Ali 🐘 (@yashar) November 16, 2023
