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Thousands march against occupation of Washington, DC

A demonstrator holds a sign referencing the Posse Comitatus Act during a march by thousands against occupation of the nation’s capital by National Guard troops and federal agents, in Washington, D.C., U.S., on September 6, 2025. The Posse Comitatus Act prohibits use of U.S. military personnel for civilian law enforcement on American soil, subject to specific exemptions. (Photo by Allison Bailey/NurPhoto)

Photo ID	#12729328
Date Taken	6 September 2025
Location	N/A
Photographer	Allison Bailey/NurPhoto
Category	Politics
Copyright	© 2026 NurPhoto - Allison Bailey/NurPhoto

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