Chicago protesters breached a security fence outside the United Center on Monday as thousands inside prepared for the first night of the Democratic National Convention.
City officials and federal law enforcement leaders have spent the last year crafting an extensive security plan for the duration of the DNC. One of the main challenges was expected to be the tens of thousands of protesters gathering around downtown Chicago , Union Park, and other areas near the United Center.Protesters broke through a portion of the security fence on West Washington Boulevard. Chicago cops could be seen running to confront the demonstrators.
One of the largest demonstrations on Monday was the Coalition to March on the DNC, which began with a rally at Union Park at noon before marching around 3 p.m. The coalition, made up of over 200 organizations, includes the Chicago Alliance Against Racist and Political Repression, the U.S. Palestinian Community Network, and the Arab American Action Network.
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