Post Reports Fear, confusion, resistance: One night under Trump's D.C. crackdown
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Aug 19, 2025 Experience the vibrant but tense atmosphere of D.C. nightlife amid a federal policing crackdown. Community members share their fears and frustrations as law enforcement, including the National Guard, takes to the streets. Hear the stories of local businesses, a protest's impact on democracy, and the resilience of a beloved restaurant. Witness the dark moments of violence and the controversial detainment of a Venezuelan national, all while residents grapple with a profound sense of uncertainty and resistance.
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Young People Choose Joy Despite Tension
- Zaid and friends rode a city bus to U Street intent on dancing despite feeling intimidated by the new National Guard presence.
- They framed joy as resistance and chose to go out anyway.
Federal Presence Meets Local History
- U Street is both a nightlife hub and a historically Black cultural corridor now experiencing federal enforcement.
- Officials cite crime to justify intervention while city data show violent crime declining since 2023.
Street Protests Against ICE Presence
- Protesters gathered on U Street holding signs and using a megaphone to warn immigrants about border patrol agents.
- Activist Stephen said he confronted Border Patrol recently to inform immigrants about risks of coming into streets when questioned.