The day before, dozens of protesters broke through the fence around the perimeter of the National Congress of the Democratic Party, leading to a brief confrontation with police. According to RTL Television, police intervened and arrested four protesters.
Written by UNN with reference to Reuters and RTL.
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Thousands of pro-Palestinian protesters gathered in a Chicago park on Monday, a short walk from the United Center, the building where the Democratic National Convention (DNC) will be held later in the evening. Later, dozens of people broke through part of the fence around the perimeter of the Democratic National Convention, a witness told Reuters.
Law enforcement officials are currently on the scene and additional information will be provided as it becomes available
Four people were reportedly arrested, RTL reports.
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The Democratic Party conference lasts a total of four days. According to the American correspondent Eric Mutan, the presence of several former Democratic presidents and prominent members of the Democratic Party will create “a very different atmosphere.
Protesters break through the barricade at the US Democratic Party convention20.08.24, 05:54