Fences around the Capitol began to be removed Friday. (Washington Post photo by Jabin Botsford)
A woman bikes past the fenced-off U.S. Capitol. (Washington Post photo by Marvin Joseph)
Published July 11. 2021 12:15AM
Jasmine Hilton and Ellie Silverman, The Washington Post
WASHINGTON - The metal fencing and concrete barriers that encircled the Capitol after a mob of Trump supporters stormed the complex on Jan. 6. gave way Saturday to an open plaza filled with families lounging on picnic blankets, dogs on leashes and visitors in sunglasses and hats.
The sidewalks where soldiers once stood holding their guns in protection of the complex now filled with walkers with strollers and bike riders.