Protests outside the Democratic National Committee headquarters took a violent turn on Wednesday night as clashes erupted between police and demonstrators. The protest was organized by a coalition of groups advocating for a cease-fire in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas. Protesters attempted to block entrances and exits to the building, demanding that politicians acknowledge their calls for peace. However, the situation quickly escalated, with police claiming that about 150 protesters engaged in illegal and violent behavior. Protesters, on the other hand, accused the police of initiating violence and forcefully apprehending disabled or chronically ill individuals. Inside the headquarters, lawmakers were directed to the basement, and some were later evacuated in police vehicles. Six officers sustained minor injuries, and one protester was arrested for assaulting an officer. The Metropolitan Police Department also responded to the disturbance. The protest was organized by groups including If Not Now and Jewish Voice for Peace Action, who have been involved in similar demonstrations across the country. These clashes highlight the impassioned divisions over the Israel-Hamas war.