7 arrested at Capitol Hill sit-in demanding Congress renew lifesaving HIV program

Seven arrested in protest at House speaker's office over HIV program
Demonstrators occupied McCarthy's office demanding Congress reauthorize PEPFAR
PEPFAR is credited with saving over 25 million lives and expires September 30
Capitol police arrested 4 men and 3 women for unlawful entry when they refused to leave
Protesters were chanting "Pass PEPFAR now, McCarthy!" while sitting on office floor

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9/11/2023

7 Arrested at McCarthy's Office Protesting Expiring HIV/AIDS Program as Congress Faces Funding Deadlines

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