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Nats ban spectator over white nationalist banner

ESPN · May 19, 2026, 1:56 AM · Also reported by 1 other source

Key takeaways

  • WASHINGTON -- The Nationals identified at least one person who will be banned from the ballpark after a banner promoting a white nationalist website was unfurled in the crowd during Sunday's game.
  • A team spokesperson also said the Nationals are coordinating with District of Columbia police on an investigation.
  • In addition to the website, the banner also included a call to "SAVE AMERICA" and "DEPORT 100+ MILLION" before it was quickly taken down.

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WASHINGTON -- The Nationals identified at least one person who will be banned from the ballpark after a banner promoting a white nationalist website was unfurled in the crowd during Sunday's game.

A team spokesperson also said the Nationals are coordinating with District of Columbia police on an investigation.

In addition to the website, the banner also included a call to "SAVE AMERICA" and "DEPORT 100+ MILLION" before it was quickly taken down.

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