DC under occupation

Since August 11, DC has been dealing with armed soldiers on our streets and masked federal agents disappearing our friends and loved ones.

During this period of heightened danger, we need to work keep each other safe and get these forces out of our communities. Here are actions, resources, and events to help do that.

Actions for DC residents

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Pass a union resolution

Make calls: Voting against DC means siding with Trump

Get Visible

Noise every night @ 7 PM

Morning and Afternoon School Support

Pledge: We Go Together

Adopt a Curfew Zone

Become a Legal Monitor w Washington Legal Clinic for the Homeless

Actions for allies nationwide

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For allies: Tell Congress to get federal forces out NOW

For allies in Tennesee

Urge Governor Bill Lee to end the Guard’s deployment in Washington, D.C. and reject any plan to send troops into Memphis.

For allies in Mississippi

Friends in Mississippi, send a letter to Governor Reeves right now telling him to recall your National Guard members from DC.

For allies in Louisiana

Friends in Louisiana, send a letter to Governor Landry right now telling him to recall your National Guard members from DC.

For allies in West Virginia

Friends in West Virginia, send a letter to Governor Morrissey right now telling him to recall your National Guard members from DC.

For allies in Ohio

Friends in Ohio, send a letter to Governor DeWine right now telling him to recall your National Guard members from DC.

For allies in South Carolina

Friends in South Carolina, send a letter to Governor McMaster telling him to recall your National Guard members from DC.

Upcoming Events

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Juror Information Project: Overview Session

Dec 8

Dec 8, 2025

Juror Information Project: Overview Session

Dec 8, 2025

Jury duty is not just a civic responsibility; it’s a powerful tool for ensuring fairness and justice.

Dec 8, 2025

Resources

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Back to School Community Safety Toolkit

Know Your Rights

We Rise Up

DC communities reject this occupation. Here’s what that looks like.

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Oct 22, 2025

In photos: No Kings, DC Rising

Oct 22, 2025

On October 18, almost 7 million people across the U.S. rallied against Trump’s regime of cruelty and harm. More than a hundred thousand joined the movement in DC, and the Free DC community was a proud part of it.

Oct 22, 2025