Dr. Cornel West and Raheem Devaughn Jailed for OccupyDC protest.

Singer Raheem Devaughn and author, commentator, and civil rights activist, Dr. Cornel West were arrested during the OccupyDC protest outside of U.S Supreme Court.
Shortly after attending the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, the two were arrested alongside about a dozen other protesters just before 6pm. (As told by Raheem Devaughn's rep via theybf.com)

The demonstration was one of many taking place around the world to protest against corporate influence in politics and the effects on the economy. (which has even made it's way to Boston... with protesters setting up tents in hopes that their stand will make a difference).

(the arrest is even caught on video... watch above).

Shortly after his arrest, Raheem's staff posted this message on Twitter,

Raheem is in jail for protesting along side Dr. Cornel West downtown. We expect him to get out soon. -Dave (staff)

Meanwhile, sources close to Dr. West posted a similar message on his Twitter saying,

Thanks ALL for your concern. Dr. West is ok. He'll share his thoughts from today very soon. Stay tuned! #OccupyDC -- Bro. @brandonAlucas

The arrested individuals were charged with trespassing and are expected to be released soon.  We will keep you posted.