Capitol police arrest Mennonite protesters demanding ceasefire in Gaza

Published January 16, 2024 2:31pm ET



The U.S. Capitol Police arrested 130 protesters in the Cannon House Office Building Tuesday as they called for a ceasefire between Israel and the terrorist group Hamas.

A group called Mennonite Action posted photos and videos on social media Tuesday afternoon as dozens of members gathered in the Cannon building’s rotunda. The House notably canceled votes for the day due to inclement weather.

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