Philipos Melaku-Bello has been sitting in front of the White House for over 30 years promoting messages of anti-war and human rights. He said he had to face over 35 law suits, but the small book he held in his hand, a copy of the US Constitution, has saved him every time.

A young protester carries a sign walking next to his mother. She said she is extremely proud of him and is trying to teach him what is right from a young age.

An older man rides his bike past the protesters. While others had silently joined the march and walked behind, this one chose to move on.

Sophia Geiger leads the march with chants of “The Earth, the Earth, the Earth is on fire! We don’t need their money let the corporations burn!”

Protesters head towards Capitol Hill on Pennsylvania Avenue as clouds gather overhead.

A police officer directs protestors past the barricades to the Capitol Lawn. Some were surprised at the high police presence that greeted them as they approached the Capitol.

The march winds down in front of the Capitol. The protesters and organizers began to gather for speeches.