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PHOTOS: ‘No Kings’ rally and march

Demonstrators in Anacostia join nationwide protests

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3 weeks ago

March 30, 2026

Demonstrators in a "No Kings" protest march toward the Frederick Douglass Bridge in Washington, D.C. on Saturday, March 28. (Washington Blade photo by Michael Key)

A “No Kings” demonstration was held in Anacostia on Saturday to protest the Trump administration. Speakers at the rally included LGBTQ activist, Rayceen Pendarvis. Following the rally, demonstrators marched across the Frederick Douglass Memorial Bridge.

(Washington Blade photos and videos by Michael Key)

*Activist **Rayceen Pendarvis** speaks at the ‘No Kings’ rally in Anacostia on Saturday, March 28.*

Related Topics:Anacostia D.C.District of Columbia Frederick Doublass Memorial Bridge No Kings Rayceen Pendarvis Trump administration

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Gov. Andy Beshear (D-Ky.) speaks at the LGBTQ+ Victory Fund National Champagne Brunch on Sunday, April 19. (Washington Blade photo by Michael Key)

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PHOTOS: Night of Champions

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April 20, 2026

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Team DC President Miguel Ayala speaks at the Night of Champions Awards Gala at the Georgetown Marriott on Saturday, April 18. (Washington Blade photo by Michael Key)

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PHOTOS: Denali at Pitchers

‘Drag Race’ alum performs at Thirst Trap

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6 days ago

April 14, 2026

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Denali performs at the Thirst Trap Thursday drag show at Pitchers DC on April 9. (Washington Blade photo by Michael Key)

Denali (@denalifoxx) of “RuPaul’s Drag Race” performed at Pitchers DC on April 9 for the Thirst Trap Thursday drag show. Other performers included Cake Pop!, Brooke N Hymen, Stacy Monique-Max and Silver Ware Sidora.

(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)