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As World Pride celebrates steps from the White House, LGBTQ pioneers call for a return to the movement’s roots in protest
Washington, DC, is set to mark the 50th anniversary of Pride celebrations in the nation’s capital this weekend by hosting ...
As World Pride flows straight into the military parade, DC officials say they’re ready for anything
Officials in the nation’s capital generally express full confidence in their ability to handle large, complicated events and ...
In the Shadow of the White House, the World Celebrates Pride in D.C.
Washington is hosting WorldPride, a global celebration of the L.G.B.T.Q. community, but the event has been made more ...
'We see you': In Trump-era Washington, World Pride 2025 organizers aim to bring 'hope' to LGBTQ+ community
Organizers for World Pride 2025 told ABC News they are emphasizing messages of hope at a time when the LGBTQ+ community is ...
An illustrated look at how readers spent their first Pride
One reader, from Fresno, California, said he has attended Pride annually for 35 years — and only ever missed one parade.
WorldPride attendees to march through Washington in defiance of Trump
LGBTQ+ people from around the world will march through the streets of Washington on Saturday in a joyful celebration meant to ...
Ahead of WorldPride, US Park Police, NPS close off key Pride gathering spot
D.C. officials told ABC News there are no known credible threats to the nation's capital as thousands prepare to celebrate ...
DC park will close after all for WorldPride weekend
The National Park Service said Friday it would temporarily close the park at the center of Washington’s historic LGBTQ ...
Shakira performance for World Pride opening concert abruptly canceled due to technical issues
The multiplatinum singer had been scheduled to headline the opening celebrations Saturday night at Nationals Park.
In an uneasy climate, diverse pride groups converge on DC with differing interests but common goals
Members of different LGBTQ and transgender communities are descending on the nation’s capital with plans for celebrations, ...
DC hosts WorldPride: What to know about weekend bash
For the first time, WorldPride has descended on Washington, D.C., as the city marks its 50th anniversary of Pride celebrations.  The Capital Pride parade will kick off at 2 p.m. EDT Saturday at ...