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Dave Harmon, PW editor
- Jun 3, 2020
- 1 min read

NP advocates criticize US Park Police's tactics in clearing protesters

U.S. Park Police officers used tear gas and flash-bang explosives last night to disperse a peaceful crowd of protesters, clearing a path for President Trump to make an appearance at a historic church near the White House.

The move drew quick criticism from District of Columbia Mayor Muriel Bowser and former Interior Secretary Sally Jewell, among others.

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