District of Columbia

Protesters to block roads around Capitol on Tuesday

Jessica Kronzer | jkronzer@wtop.com
December 6, 2021, 6:26 PM

Multiple groups of protesters have planned to demonstrate around the U.S. Capitol on Tuesday, with street blockades starting as early as 7 a.m., according to organizers.

Around 150 activists are expected to conduct rallies and street blockades in the morning, event organizers said in a news release. Drivers should plan for traffic delays and consider alternative routes.

Here’s a list of the affected intersections or areas:

• Pennsylvania Avenue and Constitution Avenue NW
• Potomac Avenue Metro Station
• 4th Street and Independence Avenue

At noon, activists are planning to gather at the Capitol for a rally, the release said.

Among the issues they’re protesting include investing in health care and communities, as well as drawing attention to immigration, racial justice, climate change, voting rights and D.C. statehood.

The groups participating are ShutDownDC, SPACEs In Action, CODEPINK, Arm in Arm Washington DC, CCAN Action Fund and Action Rebellion DC.

Jessica Kronzer
Jessica Kronzer graduated from James Madison University in May 2021 after studying media and politics. She enjoys covering politics, advocacy and compelling human-interest stories.

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