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Lafayette Square Cleared for Trump Church Photo Op

| Trump 45 & 47

Law enforcement using tear gas, batons, and flash grenades clear peaceful protesters from Lafayette Square in front of the White House so Trump can walk to St. John's Church holding a Bible. The move draws widespread condemnation, including from Defense Secretary Esper, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs Milley (who later publicly apologizes for appearing in the walk), and former Defense Secretary Mattis.

  • T2 Washington Post / Defense Department Major
  • T1 US Park Police / DOI Inspector General Official