Participants carry a large pride flag during the World Pride parade with the U.S. Capitol in the background, Saturday, June 7, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein)
Nicky Sundt, of Washington, attends the World Pride parade, Saturday, June 7, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)
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Participants carry a large pride flag during the World Pride parade with the U.S. Capitol in the background, Saturday, June 7, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein)
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People ride motorcycles during the World Pride parade, Saturday, June 7, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson)
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Attendees pose before the World Pride parade, Saturday, June 7, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson)
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People watch the World Pride parade, Saturday, June 7, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson)
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A person attends the World Pride parade, Saturday, June 7, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
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People March during the World Pride parade, Saturday, June 7, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
WASHINGTON (AP) — World Pride gathers LGBTQ+ advocates from around the globe. This year, which marks the 50th anniversary of Washington’s Pride festival, is the first time the city is hosting the gathering.
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