WASHINGTON — As federal agents and military troops continue patrolling D.C. neighborhoods, residents are voicing growing concern over their presence — and the decision to allow troops to carry firearms.
On Thursday, hundreds gathered for an interfaith prayer vigil in Southeast Washington, calling for unity and standing in support of those who feel targeted by federal enforcement actions.
#NEW: A large crowd has gathered in Columbia Heights Plaza now with several organizations and community leaders. This is the latest push back against the Trump Administration and the federal surge here in the district. This neighborhood has seen multiple arrests recently. pic.twitter.com/V32AlrNobP
— Alexis Wainwright (@AWainwrightTV) August 22, 2025
“You’re taking our jobs, our food programs. You’re snatching up our citizens and we’re saying enough is enough,” said Rev. Patricia Fears of Fellowship Baptist Church…