McPherson Square
Coverage of McPherson Square in the Nexus archive.
- A different kind of 250th birthday: Hundreds march past White House for a ‘people-powered’ future
Hundreds gathered in Washington D.C.'s McPherson Square for a 'people-powered' event ahead of America's 250th anniversary, featuring speeches, music, and outreach efforts. Organizers from the Next 250 coalition emphasized unity and a 'Declaration of Interdependence,' culminating in a march past the White House with symbolic documents.
- ‘This isn’t about any one administration’: protests kick off in DC to reimagine the next 250 years in the US
Protests in Washington, DC, aim to reimagine the next 250 years of U.S. history through the 'Declaration of Interdependence,' an art installation highlighting collective values like living wages, green spaces, and community safety. The event, held near the White House, precedes the 250th anniversary of the country’s founding.
- DC Metro work vehicle collides with train, injuring 11 and snarling morning commute
A pre-dawn collision between a work vehicle and a stationary train in Washington, D.C., injured 11 people and caused major disruptions on the Silver Line, including limited service and delays. The incident occurred shortly after midnight, with Metro Center reopening around 5:15 a.m., but delays continued through the morning.