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Freshman Democratic members and their supporters are quickly discovering that working on The Hill is a unique and challenging experience, particularly for those in the Majority. As new members arrived in DC for the 120th Congress Freshman Orientation, they were met with a flurry of rallies and protests from various groups seeking to influence the incoming Speaker, expected to be Jefferies. These groups, advocating for issues such as reproductive rights and environmental protection, have been gathering in the district, with some mistakenly targeting the wrong building, highlighting the learning curve for both new members and their supporters as they navigate the complexities of The Hill.