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Vance and Hegseth Visit Guard Amid Capitol Protests

8/20/2025

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Vice President JD Vance and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth visited National Guard troops in Washington during protests against President Trump's policies, emphasizing law and order.
An armored vehicle accident near the Capitol caused minor injuries.
Mayor Muriel Bowser noted the city's evolving dynamics as schools prepare to reopen.
"South Park" recently satirized the federal crackdown in an episode.

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Story summary

Vice President JD Vance and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth visited National Guard troops in Washington during protests against President Trump's policies, emphasizing law and order.
An armored vehicle accident near the Capitol caused minor injuries.
Mayor Muriel Bowser noted the city's evolving dynamics as schools prepare to reopen.
"South Park" recently satirized the federal crackdown in an episode.