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‘It’s about time’: Trump boasts about American military success as he celebrates birthday at DC parade

More than 6,000 troops marched in front of the president near the National Mall to honor the Army’s anniversary

The Independent UK

Photos of military parade marking Army's 250th anniversary amid anti-Trump protests

A large military parade showcasing American power, requested by President Donald Trump to mark the Army’s 250th anniversary, took place in Washington, D.C., featuring tanks, troops and marching bands. Hours before the parade, anti-war protesters displayed signs reading “Homes not drones” near a military equipment exhibit on the National Mall…

The Independent UK

Photos of preparations for Trump's military parade marking the 250th anniversary of the US Army

Troops get military assets into place and security fencing goes up around the National Mall where a large image of President Donald Trump drapes a federal building in preparation for Saturday's military parade marking the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army that coincides with Flag Day and Trump’s birthday.

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Veterans’ protests planned for D-Day latest in nearly 250 years of fighting for their benefits

Veterans across the United States will gather on June 6, 2025, to protest the Trump administration’s cuts to the Department of Veterans Affairs, as well as the slashing of staff and programs throughout the government. Veteran-led protests will be held at the National Mall, 16 state capitol buildings and over…

The Conversation

Trump celebrates with NFL owner Roger Goodell to announce the 2027 NFL draft in DC

President Donald Trump announced the NFL draft is coming to Washington in 2027

The Independent UK

AP PHOTOS: Under the new Trump administration, Transgender Day of Visibility has a different tone

Supporters of transgender rights gathered on the National Mall on Monday to rally for equality on Transgender Day of Visibility, following a wave of policies signed by President Donald Trump aimed at erasing transgender people from government records, sports and even history.

The Independent UK

US Anti-abortion Rally Celebrates Trump's Return

Tens of thousands of anti-abortion activists, joined by masked neo-Nazis, converged in Washington on Friday to hear President Donald Trump address a rally.

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With Trump Inauguration Indoors, Supporters Say 'Winging It' But Still Thrilled

With glacial temperatures forcing US President-elect Donald Trump's swearing in indoors, the National Mall, normally jam-packed for inaugurations with hundreds of thousands of revelers, was eerily dead on Monday.

International Business Times

Vice President Harris To Address Nation On National Mall

Vice President Kamala Harris addresses future leadership and commitment to reinstating federal abortion rights on the National Mall.

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Scatological ‘memorial’ to Jan. 6 turns heads on the National Mall - Roll Call

Reaction to the poop-themed display from locals and tourists was mixed. While some approved of it or laughed, others pooh-poohed it.

Roll Call

Capitol Lens | Calf time - Roll Call

An inflated, Donald Trump-themed golden calf from Christian group Faithful America is seen on the National Mall on Wednesday.

Roll Call

The Contemptuous Merrick Garland

Plus: The Federal Reserve considers an interest rate cut, its chairman considers persistently high inflation, housing pops up on the National Mall, and more...

Reason

Thousands expected at pro-Gaza rally on Washington’s National Mall

Rally in the nation’s capital in support of Palestinian rights and an immediate end to Israeli military operations in Gaza

The Independent UK

Capitol Lens | Air apparent - Roll Call

Activists run next to a 15-foot inflatable version of Rep. George Santos as gusty winds push it along the National Mall on Tuesday.

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The Independent UK

Watch live: Thousands take part in ‘March for Israel’ on National Mall in Washington DC

Watch live as a "March for Israel" rally takes place on the National Mall in Washington DC on Tuesday, 14 November.

Roll Call

Capitol Police prepares for large pro-Israel demonstration on the National Mall - Roll Call

Capitol Police and other area law enforcement agencies are preparing for a large pro-Israel demonstration Tuesday on the National Mall.

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US Capitol police arrests demonstrators gathered urging ceasefire in Gaza

US Capitol police arrested scores of demonstrators inside the building who had gathered on the National Mall urging the Biden administration to call for a "ceasefire now" amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas.

Reason

D.C.'s Food Truck Underworld

Despite their popularity, food trucks at the National Mall are paying a hefty price to operate.

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US: Art of Living to hold World Culture Festival in Washington, 2 lakh people expected

The Art of Living organisation will host the 4th World Culture Festival at the National Mall in Washington DC in the United States from September 29 to October 1 this year which will see the participation of many global leaders, said the Art of Living Reception committee in a press…

Radio France Internationale

Civil rights: Thousands converge in Washington to mark 60th anniversary

In the United States, the 28 August marks the 60th anniversary of Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.'s march on Washington DC in favour of civil rights. Thousands gathered Saturday on the National Mall with a message that there's still a long way to go in a country that remains riven…

WEKU

A groundbreaking exhibition on the National Mall shows monuments aren't set in stone

The first official outdoor exhibition on Washington D.C.'s National Mall showcases six artists whose monuments honor American stories missing from the heart of the country's capital.

Roll Call

Capitol Lens | Animal planet - Roll Call

Democratic Rep. Jared Golden of Maine runs by a PETA exhibit by artist Quill Hyde on the National Mall on Monday.

Irish Mirror

Five days in Washington DC: what to do and where to go in a city with so much to offer

'It is the home of the President, Congress, the Supreme Court and many more must-visits such as the Smithsonian museums, the National Mall and Arlington.'

The Independent UK

Care, 'magic' help DC's cherry blossom trees defy age

It's peak cherry blossom time along the National Mall in Washington

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