D.C.’s Democrat politicians had successfully fought the Trump administration to take down fencing at Dupont Circle National Park erected for safety reasons. The fencing was removed Saturday morning for the World Pride celebration.
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser issued a statement Saturday announcing the fencing was coming down, vowing “Great news, DC! Dupont Circle is reopening today for WorldPride 2025.We thank the National Park Service for their partnership, and below is our joint statement:”
Video posted by WJLA-TV, “DUPONT CIRCLE SHOOTING Crowds ran towards shelter when they heard gunshots near Dupont Circle following the WorldPride celebrations. Officers quickly responded to the scene and are searching for suspects.”