Governor Confirms Protesters Breached DNC Fence

Dozens broke through a security barrier near the Democratic National Convention on its opening day but were contained, officials said.
Governor Confirms Protesters Breached DNC Fence
Pro-Palestinian protesters march near the 2024 DNC site in Chicago on Aug. 19, 2024. John Fredricks/The Epoch Times
Jack Phillips
Jack Phillips
Breaking News Reporter
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Protesters broke through a security fence near the Democratic National Convention (DNC) in Chicago on its opening day on Monday, as thousands took to the streets to voice opposition to the war in Gaza.

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker confirmed to reporters that there was a breach, saying that “it was brief.”

Jack Phillips
Jack Phillips
Breaking News Reporter
Jack Phillips is a breaking news reporter who covers a range of topics, including politics, U.S., and health news. A father of two, Jack grew up in California's Central Valley. Follow him on X: https://twitter.com/jackphillips5
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