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Amidst heightened tensions surrounding the conflict in Gaza and growing anti-Semitic protests in the US, a significant incident occurred at a White House Correspondents' Dinner in Washington DC. Protesters seized the spotlight by draping a large Palestinian flag over the venue's side, while directing slogans at dinner guests and even the motorcade of US President Joe Biden upon his arrival, as reported by The New York Post.
The event, marked by calls for an end to civilian casualties in Gaza, drew attention as protesters voiced their concerns and grievances. Some demonstrators went as far as storming the red carpet at the dinner venue, further escalating the situation.
Outside the Hilton Hotel in Washington D.C, the White House reporters were gathering for their annual charity dinner, hundreds of protesters congregated. Video footage circulating on social media depicted the dramatic scene, capturing protesters unfurling the Palestinian flag from one of the hotel's upper floors, according to The New York Post.