In anticipation of potential unrest related to the upcoming election, businesses and homes in Washington, DC, are taking precautionary measures. Hair salons, restaurants, clothing stores, and banks near the White House are among the buildings being boarded up.
Work crews have begun covering up the windows of buildings and stores near the White House as the election comes down to the final week. pic.twitter.com/d29CAEq0QS
— Andrew Leyden (@PenguinSix) October 31, 2024
City officials have urged businesses to secure outdoor furniture and signage, which could be used as projectiles during protests. This proactive approach reflects growing concerns about safety and stability in the capital.
Residents and business owners are reacting with heightened caution. Many are choosing to close their establishments for the entire week of the election, signaling an atmosphere of uncertainty as the date approaches.
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