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Scenes From a Celebration

Five months ago, Lafayette Square was doused with tear gas. Following an epic election, the streets in front of the White House were filled with revelers.

Scenes From a Celebration
Photo by Evy Mages

Hours after the major networks projected that Joe Biden and Kamala Harris have won the election, cheers and honking continued to fill the air around DC as Trump-weary residents joyfully marked the end of his presidency. Washingtonian photographer Evy Mages has been capturing the action as it unfolds. Here are some of the scenes of celebration that she’s shot in the aftermath of Biden’s victory. We’ll update this post with new images as events unfold.

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Rob Brunner grew up in DC and moved back in 2017 to join Washingtonian. Previously, he was an editor and writer at Fast Company and other publications. He lives with his family in Chevy Chase DC.