WASHINGTON, D.C. / Chants as Vance, Hegseth, and Miller Meet Guard Troops

U.S. Vice President JD Vance, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, and White House Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller appeared at Union Station in Washington, D.C., to meet with National Guard troops deployed to the city. Their stop at a Shake Shack inside the station was disrupted by chants from commuters and protesters nearby.

WASHINGTON, D.C. / Afeni’s Release

Afeni, an activist with community defense hub Harriet’s Wildest Dreams, was released Saturday after an overnight arrest that drew dozens of supporters to H. Carl Moultrie Courthouse. She had been taken into custody Friday night while accompanying youth during curfew hours and filming federal officers at a metro stop. Witnesses said she was pepper-sprayed at close range. Her arrest came as Donald Trump asserted control over the city’s police force, a move that has coincided with more than 100 arrests in Washington this week, according to a White House official.

A distressed man with a beard and dark curly hair, wearing a black leather jacket over a gray hoodie, is kneeling on the ground near a metal fence and appears to be receiving help from another person.

Someone holding an identification card and flipping through a collection of printed photographs on rocky ground.

Two people are sitting on rocky ground, looking at an open red notebook with handwritten notes and drawings. One person is holding a small stack of papers or photos, and there are additional notebooks or folders nearby. The scene is lit by natural su

Close-up of an elderly man with glasses, gray hair, and a beard, smiling outdoors on a sunny day.

Four people sitting on a bench against a pink wall, all looking at their phones.

A man with a beard and tan jacket carrying a large box on his shoulder, standing in front of a vehicle and outdoor scene with a structure and people in the background.

A young girl with dark hair and a green jacket looking out from an old vehicle's window, sitting with other people.

A woman in a dark hijab and dress is standing at a gate, reaching out to a person inside, while a man with a backpack stands behind her, waiting to enter, during daytime in a dry, open area.

A woman wearing a brown headscarf holding a young boy in her arms outdoors against a background of a concrete wall and blue sky.

Group of five people standing outdoors on a sunny day, with a flat landscape in the background.

JABER CROSSING, JORDAN / Emotions Run High as Syrians Return Home

At the Jaber border on a Monday afternoon, Syrians from Jordan, Europe, and the Gulf waited to return home following the collapse of Bashar Al-Assad’s regime. Some came searching for relatives freed from prison; others hoped for their first reunion in over a decade. Drivers moved passengers across in a slow back-to-back shuffle. By evening, many were still waiting.

Firefighters lowering an American flag from a fire truck ladder, with several people observing in the foreground and a clear blue sky.

Woman with patriotic star-shaped earring decorations in red, white, and blue, smiling outdoors with trees in the background.

Three people sitting on chairs outdoors against a stone wall, with a group of people sitting above them. The person on the left is a woman with red hair, sunglasses on her head, wearing a white T-shirt and black shorts, looking upset. The middle pers

Close-up of a woman smiling with eyes closed, wearing a headband with American flag stars and stripes, and having her shoulder touched in a celebratory or affectionate gesture.

Group of people sitting on a ledge, with one person hanging down the side, at outdoor event during the daytime.

A man dressed in historic clothing waving a hat at a public event, with a group of people in casual and themed costumes standing behind him under a tent.

An elderly man dressed as a patriotic soldier, wearing a tricorn hat with gold trim, holding a microphone, standing in front of an American flag, outdoors.

Two girls holding hands and talking in a park during daylight. They are wearing matching blue caps with an American flag design, and the background includes other park visitors sitting on the grass and trees.

A man sitting on the ground against a stone wall, holding a small American flag, with his arms crossed and wearing sunglasses and a helmet. Above him, several children are sitting on a ledge, with only their legs and shoes visible.

People sitting on the grass at a patriotic event with American flag-themed clothing in the late afternoon.

A man wearing a souvenir hat and a dark jacket, laughing or speaking, with the Washington Monument in the background, partially obscured by flags and trees.

A person lying on the ground wearing a blue T-shirt with red and white text, decorated with patriotic jewelry and a festive headband, looking at a smartphone.

Pink and purple fireworks exploding against a dark night sky.

Fireworks lighting up the night sky with bright, colorful streaks and sparkling effects.

WASHINGTON, D.C. / D.C. Celebrates Independence Day

Crowds gather for the Fourth of July fireworks as the U.S. marks its 249th Independence Day.

A woman sitting on a bed in a black outfit and hijab, with glasses, smiling at the camera. There are stuffed animals on the bed next to her, in a room with two beds, one with a patterned blanket.

A black and white photo of a room with three beds, unmade with pillows and blankets, arranged in a row against the wall. There is a window with curtains to the right, allowing some light into the room.

Black and white photo of a woman wearing glasses and a headscarf, smiling softly while looking slightly to the side.

A person holding a smartphone displaying a black-and-white photo of a young man and woman smiling for a selfie.

In a hotel room in Amman, Safaa Saleha brewed American coffee and told us about the life she left behind in Gaza. A mother of four and a government worker, she arrived in Jordan on May 14 seeking cancer treatment for her 16-year-old son, Yusuf. Her eldest son, Basem, stayed behind. Before the war, she worked in government and fashion, trained students with disabilities, and raised her kids on fruit and Friday fish dinners. Now, her family is scattered and her home destroyed. Like all evacuees, she is expected to return.

AMMAN, JORDAN / Safaa Saleha

People watching a traditional Chinese lion dance performance inside a bright, modern building decorated with rainbow pride flags.

Close-up of a colorful Chinese dragon dance costume with intricate details and feathers.

A community gathering inside a church with a large window, rainbow flags hanging, a cross on the wall, and people sitting and standing, some wearing masks, with a person speaking into a microphone.

A woman with black hair wearing a face mask, a red jacket, and beige pants, standing against a brick wall next to a white pillar and a beige electrical box. She is holding papers and appears to be waiting. To her right, there are colorful posters on

A man with glasses stands with arms crossed, looking at decorations on a wall inside a Chinatown community center. The wall has red paper lanterns and a sign with Chinese characters and the English words "Chinatown is our home!" next to a colorful ph

A traditional Chinese lion dance performance at an indoor event, with a bright orange lion costume decorated with white fur, colorful embroidery, and a character on the forehead, performed in front of seated individuals wearing face masks.

An audience at a conference or event, seated and listening. The room has rainbow pride flags hanging on the wall and large windows letting in natural light.

People attending a cultural event indoors with a lion dance performance in the center, during daytime with sunlight streaming through large glass windows.

Person performing a traditional Chinese lion dance with a yellow lion costume inside a building with glass windows and visible blue sky outside.

A group of people sitting in front of a brick wall with a red and gold decorative cloth and a sign with a QR code.

People seated in a room, some with arms crossed or resting their heads on their hands, listening attentively. A man in a yellow sweatshirt stands against the wall holding napkins or notes. The background shows a brick wall, a large flat-screen TV, an

An elderly woman with gray hair and glasses signing a book while a young woman with red hair smiles at her, in a room with other people present.

Paper lantern hanging from a red ribbon, with colorful rainbow flags in the background and sunlight streaming through windows.

WASHINGTON, D.C. / Little Chinatown, Bigger Ideas

The Save Chinatown Solidarity Network hosted ‘Little Chinatown, Bigger Ideas,’ a community-led event pushing back against redevelopment plans that threaten to displace longtime residents and small businesses. Held in response to the city’s proposed initiatives, including the Chinatown/Gallery Place Task Force’s goal of adding 15,000 new residents, the gathering featured a teach-in, breakout discussions, and an art build. Organizers and attendees outlined an alternative vision for Chinatown’s future, centering the voices of those most impacted by the city’s ‘revitalization efforts’.

Participants in a traditional Chinese dragon dance parade celebrating Lunar New Year, with performers wearing colorful costumes and masks, fireworks, and smoke.

A middle-aged man in a dark jacket and baseball cap taking a selfie against a large red door with the number 208.

People in traditional costumes with large masks participating in a festival with fireworks and smoke.

Two women standing inside a room by a window, observing a large crowd outside, with some wearing red and white hats.

People in costumes with blue masks participating in a celebration with fireworks and decorative elements, possibly a festival.

People gathered around a bright yellow lion dance costume with ornate designs.

Group of dancers in gold costumes performing in a street parade, with a crowd of onlookers in front of a building labeled CLYDE and neon signs in the background.

A colorful, decorated Chinese dragon costume with feathers and pom-poms, placed on a chair in a room with chairs, tables, water bottles, and a bag.

Three people standing outside a red brick building with the number 508 on the door. One man is looking at his phone, a young person dressed in a black hoodie and lion costume pants stands in the center, and another man is wearing a face mask and look

A young boy at a parade holding a flag with a man in a tan jacket in front of him. The boy wears a hat with flags and has a slight smile. Behind him are people dressed warmly, some holding flags.

A man in a black suit and tie carrying an American flag walks on a city street during a parade, with spectators behind barriers and a traditional Chinese archway in the background.

Woman dressed in traditional Chinese attire swinging colorful ribbons during a parade on a city street with spectators and buildings in the background.

Crowd of people gathered outside a building, some taking photos and videos, dressed warmly in jackets and hats, with a diverse mix of ages and ethnicities.

A young child dressed in a colorful jacket and winter hat points forward while sitting on an adult's shoulders during a street event with many people, trees, and buildings in the background.

People standing on a street with colorful confetti scattered on the ground, dressed in bright and patterned jackets, celebrating a festive occasion.

People protesting on the street holding signs that promote safety, community, and resource sharing, with a red banner and buildings in the background.

Person wearing a large, painted mask with exaggerated facial features and a big smile, holding hands up in a friendly gesture during a street event surrounded by buildings and other participants.

Three men seated in front of an American flag, engaged in a serious conversation. The man in the middle has a grey mustache, is wearing a black hat and a patterned scarf. The man on the right is bald, wearing a black suit with a red striped tie, and

Woman and child at a Chinese New Year celebration, interacting with a lion costume performer beneath red lanterns with gold Chinese characters.

A traditional Chinese lion dance parade with performers in colorful lion costumes, fireworks, and a crowd watching the celebration on a city street.

WASHINGTON, D.C. / Year of the Snake

D.C.'s Chinatown celebrates the Year of the Snake.

Protesters holding signs related to reproductive rights and body autonomy, including one sign saying "Get your laws off my body" and another with colorful handprints and the message "Hands off our bodies," under a partly cloudy sky.

Collection of political buttons on a jacket, including yellow buttons that say 'My Body My Choice 2024' and 'Abort Scotus,' and blue buttons that say 'Democracy Wins'.

Protesters at an anti-abortion rally holding signs that say 'Keep Abortion Legal,' with one person wearing a red hat with white text and a person in sunglasses with a wide-brimmed hat.

Protesters holding a sign that says 'IS FORCED BIRTH' during a demonstration on a sunny day.

Child in a stroller holding a blue protest sign that reads 'Save abortion is a human right!' surrounded by a group of people standing in line outside, with metal barricades and a green lamppost nearby.

A group of people participating in a protest or rally against abortion, holding signs that read 'Keep Abortion Legal' under a bright blue sky during daytime.

A woman at a protest holds a red sign with black and white text that reads 'silence is the greatest injustice' and hashtags. She appears to be speaking passionately, with a stern expression and raised fist, amidst other protestors.

Protesters gathered at the Supreme Court, commemorating two years since Roe v. Wade was overturned. The Women's March and pro-choice activists were met with a heated counter-protest, resulting in disruptions to scheduled speeches amidst heightened tensions.

WASHINGTON, D.C. / Two Years

Two people sitting inside a tent at a protest, wearing masks, with a sign outside that reads 'GW Funds Genocide'.

Graffiti on a concrete wall reads 'Joe Biden Kills Kids' in yellow and white chalk or paint, with stairs in the foreground and a water bottle, bag, and people in the background.

A man in rain gear standing in a park with tents in the background, behind a barrier with a 'Free Palestine' sign.

Group of people sitting outdoors under umbrellas on a rainy day, some wearing face masks.

People gathered around a black cloth with large cut-out letters, working on a fabric banner with floral patterns and text.

A group of people sitting on a colorful quilt, placing their hands together in the center in an act of unity or support, with tickets, a can of drink, and other items around them.

Various rolled and woven mats with intricate patterns and natural colors displayed vertically.

Six people sitting against a large, closed beige metal garage door, all wearing masks and diverse in clothing and appearance, with some looking at their phones and others talking.

A man with a beard and patterned jacket confronts a group of police officers, including one in a Metropolitan Police vest, during an outdoor demonstration or protest, with other officers and photographers in the background.

A group of people gathered outdoors, some singing and playing drums, with others taking photos. A woman in the center is sitting on the ground holding a drum, and a woman on the left is singing with her eyes closed. The atmosphere appears lively and

A woman in a blue raincoat and black and white scarf protests with a clenched fist and an angry expression, surrounded by other protesters in an urban setting.

Group of women protesting outdoors, looking distressed and angry, with trees and a building in the background.

A security guard standing outside a university building, with several people walking nearby, some in the foreground and others in the background.

A woman with a tattooed arm raising her hand dismissively in front of a group of police officers during a protest or demonstration on a city street.

A white megaphone with red and blue accents resting on green grass, surrounded by camping gear including a large drum, towels, and bags at an outdoor event.

Four individuals wearing Palestinian keffiyeh scarves sit on grass in front of tents, reading, writing, and talking at a camping site.

Two people sitting on the grass near tents, one with a Palestinian keffiyeh and the other with a scarf, in a park. One person appears to be using a smartphone, while the other looks at their hand.

A protest scene with a man confronting a woman, surrounded by several protestors holding signs that say "END THE OCCUPATION NOW!" and other slogans. Some protestors are wearing masks, and one person is holding a camera and a megaphone.

Person sitting on the grass surrounded by colorful camping tents, wearing a black mask and jacket.

A young woman with long curly hair wearing black sunglasses holding a Palestinian flag during a protest.

A diverse group of people participating in a protest or demonstration outdoors, with some holding signs and one person recording with a camera. The scene takes place in a park-like setting with trees in the background.

Woman protesting, holding a flag, wearing a headscarf, raised fist, shouting, surrounded by others.

Man wearing a keffiyeh face mask and black hoodie in a crowd of people, some wearing masks and hoodies.

An elderly man with a beard, wearing glasses, a black wide-brimmed hat, and a keffiyeh scarf, stands among a group of people outdoors on a cloudy day.

A woman wearing military camouflage clothing and a black t-shirt with the words "Veterans Against Genocide" and a website, protesting at a rally with others in the background.

Person signing a protest sign with a black marker, wearing a red and white keffiyeh headscarf, surrounded by other people, one holding pizza and another holding hands.

WASHINGTON, D.C. / Postcards from Tahrir Square

On May  8, 2024, law enforcement and university officials dismantled the impromptu ‘Tahrir Square’ inspired encampment at George Washington University’s University Yard. The tent city, established in late April by pro‑Palestinian students and supporters, had become a focal point for protest, including bullhorn speeches, drum circles, and graphic displays on its 12th day. But university leadership and local authorities eventually declared it unlawful and forcibly cleared the site. Hundreds of protestors had pitched tents and draped the statue of George Washington in Palestinian flags and stickers. Officers used pepper spray, and at least a dozen arrests were reported amid allegations of trespassing and assaults on campus personnel.