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White Supremacist Group Marches on Capitol Hill on July 4

Demonstrators wearing the insignia of the white supremacist group Patriot Front marched through Washington's Eastern Market neighborhood and Capitol Hill on Saturday as the United States marked the 250th anniversary of its independence.

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Protest in Washington

The protesters wore white masks, sunglasses and the group's trademark tan caps while carrying Confederate flags, Patriot Front flags and upside-down U.S. flags. Images also showed members of the group traveling on Washington's public transit system earlier in the day.

Outside Union Station, participants chanted slogans including "Life, liberty, victory!" and "Reclaim America!"—phrases commonly associated with Patriot Front.

Demonstrations Coincide With Independence Celebrations

The march took place as large crowds gathered on the National Mall for the federal government's "Salute to America" celebration. The event was set to conclude with a speech by President Donald Trump and a fireworks display expected to last 40 minutes.

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The Trump administration has made the country's 250th anniversary a major focus in recent months, promoting initiatives such as the Great American State Fair and restoration work at the Reflecting Pool as part of the commemorations.

Later in the day, a separate group of anti-Trump demonstrators was seen heading toward the White House carrying a large banner depicting the Declaration of Independence. They also chanted "8647," a slogan calling for Trump's removal from office.

Group's Background

Patriot Front was founded in 2017 by Thomas Ryan Rousseau after he broke away from the alt-right group Vanguard America following the deadly Unite the Right rally in Charlottesville, Virginia.

The group's website describes Patriot Front as a "fraternal, nationalist, activist organization" and says its members seek to promote a vision centered on people of European ancestry.

Police Response

Washington Mayor Muriel Bowser's office referred inquiries to the Metropolitan Police Department.

In a statement, the department said it was monitoring First Amendment-related activity that took place in the Eastern Market area.

"MPD recognizes the rights of individuals to peacefully express their views and remains committed to maintaining public safety and security for DC residents and visitors," the statement said.

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Priorexpat Silver Member

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On 7/6/2026 at 9:56 AM, technoronin said:

Unlike the other posters here, I have actually spoken with members of Patriot Front. They are not White Supremacists, but they do lean towards being White Separatists. They also have a fundamental belief in the self improvement of men through exercise, martial arts, etc. This alone makes them a target in the West where men are supposed to be weak and helpless.They are not violent people even though they have the capacity for violence, they choose to be peaceful. They are also some of the most polite people I have even met.

It's obvious that many people here hate White men, mostly because of the propaganda from the legacy media.

Why do they wear masks? If they are so polite, good citizens, show your face. Make the front of the local paper.

NOT !! Racist mo fos, don't give them a pass.

Priorexpat Silver Member

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On 7/6/2026 at 5:06 PM, BritManToo said:

I prefer Hitler to Mohammed.

That just shows your ignorance of Islam.

bendejo Diamond Member

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A few years ago there was a bestselling book called Freakanomics. There is a section of the book about the KKK: someone infiltrated and tells what they experienced. Informative but nothing exciting.

AdolfZ Explorer Member

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On 7/5/2026 at 8:54 AM, Jim Waldron said:

Only in a country blessed with such expansive First Amendment freedoms could a group celebrate Independence Day by parading symbols of division while insisting it represents patriotism.

It’s a remarkable system!

One that protects every voice, even those determined to shout past the meaning of the day.

I respect you and your posts, but on this statement, I could not disagree with you more. Do you honestly believe that if this was a black group or muslim group, the US media and authorities would have the same tolerance? First and second amendment freedoms have been shown to be applied selectively.

nick supreme Gold Member

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1 hour ago, AdolfZ said:

I respect you and your posts, but on this statement, I could not disagree with you more. Do you honestly believe that if this was a black group or muslim group, the US media and authorities would have the same tolerance? First and second amendment freedoms have been shown to be applied selectively.

Tragically, Black individuals and Muslims will be gunned down in the streets by the cops if they choose to protest.

temuFarang Senior Member

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7 hours ago, Priorexpat said:

That just shows your ignorance of Islam.

What crucial insight is the original poster overlooking?

temuFarang Senior Member

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2 hours ago, AdolfZ said:

I respect you and your posts, but on this statement, I could not disagree with you more. Do you honestly believe that if this was a black group or muslim group, the US media and authorities would have the same tolerance? First and second amendment freedoms have been shown to be applied selectively.

This is completely nonsense. If you're willing to have a deep discussion about it, I'm ready.

atpeace Platinum Member

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10 minutes ago, temuFarang said:

This is completely nonsense. If you're willing to have a deep discussion about it, I'm ready.

WHy would you waste your time with the fool? He is just going to virtue signal and never consider anything you say.

JAG Ruby Member

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On 7/5/2026 at 5:53 PM, FlorC said:

Finally the good guys get to march.

Some fresh air after the pride parades last month.

Fresh air?

Many of them live under flat stones on the fringes of ponds. I should imagine that the aroma of stagnant water was overwhelming!

JAG Ruby Member

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On 7/6/2026 at 9:43 AM, bendejo said:

Notice how the tradition in the US for racist organizations is to cover the faces, almost like they know they are shameful and can't bear to look at themselves going such stuff.

Partly it may be "force of habit", and perhaps a natural reluctance to be recognised as employees of Trunp's regime militias - sorry I meant recently expanded Federal law enforcement agencies!

SingAPorn Gold Member

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It is because of such far right wing racist fascists that the extremists and anarchist radical antifa and other radicalized extreme left wings exist. And the other way round. Each side of such harmful extremes, fuels the need for the other side to exist. That how the world balances itself because left to themselves, humans often only destroy the fine things life gives us.

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Priorexpat Silver Member

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16 hours ago, temuFarang said:

What crucial insight is the original poster overlooking?

The same as you.

Chomper Higgot Star Member

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On 7/7/2026 at 1:15 PM, Airalee said:

Maybe they should wear “leftist” masks.

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I see you’re practicing your one handed keyboard skills again.

technoronin Senior Member

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On 7/10/2026 at 3:22 AM, AdolfZ said:

I respect you and your posts, but on this statement, I could not disagree with you more. Do you honestly believe that if this was a black group or muslim group, the US media and authorities would have the same tolerance? First and second amendment freedoms have been shown to be applied selectively.

The reality is that they would be far more tolerant of Blacks or Muslims advocating for their people that they are of Whites and Christians.

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