Activists snuck into Trump’s DC dinner by making reservation at restaurant

WorldPolitics
11 Sep 2025 • 8:01 AM MYT
The Independent
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  • Grassroots organization Code Pink disrupted a dinner attended by Donald Trump at a Washington, D.C. restaurant on Tuesday night.
  • Activists gained access by making a reservation and chanted slogans protesting Trump's policies, including those related to Gaza and immigration.
  • Code Pink stated they aimed to ensure Trump would never dine in peace, while their D.C. organizer, Olivia DiNucci, confirmed they simply made a reservation.
  • This marked Trump's first time dining out at a restaurant outside of his own properties during his time in office.
  • The incident sparked outrage among Trump loyalists and prominent figures, who questioned the Secret Service's security protocols and how the protesters were able to get so close.

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