The United States Capitol Police said they arrested 60 people Friday evening following a protest demonstration held by veterans.
Police said in a statement that they were “aware of a peaceful demonstration at the Supreme Court this evening with approximately 75 people.”
“A short time later, at around 7 p.m., approximately 60 people from the group left the Supreme Court so as a precaution, our officers began establishing a perimeter. A few people pushed the bike rack down and illegally crossed the police line while running towards the Rotunda Steps,” USCP said.
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“Our officers immediately blocked the group and began making arrests,” the statement continued.
A law enforcement official told CNN the protesters were part of a veterans’ group protesting fascism. Many people detained wore shirts that
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