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Protests Erupt Across U.S. as 2020 Election Results Hang in the Balance

Tensions are rising across the United States as protesters flood the streets for a second consecutive night following the 2020 U.S. presidential election. What started as peaceful demonstrations soon turned violent in several cities, leading to widespread unrest. The National Guard was called in to address escalating tensions in Portland, Oregon, while Minneapolis and New York City saw multiple arrests. In New York, the NYPD also confiscated weapons amid the chaos.

In total, over 100 rallies are scheduled from Wednesday through Saturday, spearheaded by Protect the Results, a coalition of more than 165 grassroots organizations, advocacy groups, and labor unions. The initiative, led by Indivisible and Stand Up America, initially planned a larger scale of protests but chose to scale back as the unrest deepened.

Protests are intensifying in Washington, D.C., where ShutDownDC has warned that demonstrations could escalate further depending on the outcome of the election. The group is mobilizing under the hashtags #DeliverDemocracy and #CountEveryVote, echoing concerns over the election’s legitimacy and the integrity of the voting process.

As tensions mount, the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) issued a citywide tactical alert to ensure they are equipped to handle any disturbances. Several protesters have already been detained, with more expected as the situation unfolds.

With protests continuing in cities across the U.S., the outcome of the 2020 election has become a flashpoint for both Trump supporters and those advocating for a fair and transparent election process. As the days progress, Americans remain on edge, awaiting the final outcome of one of the most contested elections in modern history.