The protesters blocked traffic at an intersection and other streets in Mandan shouting “Shame on you, North Dakota!” and carrying a banner that read “No pilgrims, no pipeline,” the Bismarck Tribune reported. About 50 officers stood across from the protesters, and the crowd eventually dispersed. She live-streamed activities and was expected to help serve Thanksgiving dinner to protesters later in the day. When protesters blocked the intersection, they set up several folding tables with pumpkins and a pig head. Law enforcement authorities in Burleigh County and Bismarck issued a phone alert Thursday morning warning residents about the presence of protesters.

Source: Washington Post November 24, 2016 21:38 UTC