The April 20 Protest: What Happened on Capitol Hill
Occupation of the Cannon House Office Building
On April 20, protesters entered the Cannon House Office Building, staging a peaceful occupation. Participants included:
- Military veterans
- Active-duty family members
- Anti-war activists
- Policy advocates
Their goal was clear: demand an immediate end to military operations in Iran and urge Congress to intervene.
Chants such as “No War with Iran” and “Veterans for Peace” echoed through the halls, drawing attention from lawmakers, staff, and media outlets.
