Ahead of the inauguration, much of D.C. closed off like never before
In an unprecedented move, the Mall and much of the surrounding area is closed to the public days ahead of next week’s presidential inauguration. Hundreds of thousands of spectators typically watch the ceremonies, but this year, the Secret Service has launched a massive security operation to protect the Biden inauguration following last week’s short-lived insurrection at the U.S. Capitol.
Vehicle traffic in much of the city will be prohibited or limited to residents and businesses only. Metro is shuttering stations in the city’s core and near the Mall. Street closures will continue through Thursday, and are subject to change at the discretion of the Secret Service. ..
Red and green zones, traffic barricades and razor-wire-topped high fencing extending 4--6 blocks from the Capitol, White House, Mall, and Pennsylvania Avenue. It looks like occupied Baghdad.
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