The mayor of the nation's capital said on Sunday that violence and vandalism from the previous night's protests were committed by "an organised group that appeared more bent on destruction than protest".
Muriel Bowser also acknowledged what she described as the legitimate grievances of the peaceful protesters.
Bowser and Police Chief Peter Newsham toured the city around 3am (07:00 GMT) on Sunday, assessing dozens of broken windows, damaged storefronts and a few looted shops.
In a news conference, Newsham said 17 protesters were arrested, and he expected more arrests as police examine security camera footage.
A contingent of 500 members of the DC National Guard remain on standby and will continue to be deployed to assist local security, Bowser said.
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