Protesters Flood US Streets to Oppose Trump Agenda
Thousands across the U.S. rallied Saturday as part of the “50501” campaign—50 protests in 50 states—to denounce Donald Trump’s presidency and defend democracy. Organizers called for 11 million people to join the movement, citing concerns over authoritarianism and threats to democratic values.
Major demonstrations took place in cities like Washington, New York, Chicago, and Miami, with others in states such as Ohio, California, and South Carolina. Overseas protests occurred in Dublin and beyond.
Rallies were led by groups like Indivisible and 50501, uniting Americans of all political backgrounds under themes like “protect liberty” and “fight tyranny.” Events included a march in Manhattan, a rally outside the White House, and symbolic protests in Concord, MA, marking 250 years since the Revolutionary War.
“This is a perilous time for liberty,” said Thomas Bassford, 80, in Massachusetts. Protesters voiced fears for future generations and a desire to counteract executive overreach, highlighting earlier protests like “No Kings Day” and “Hands Off” actions opposing Trump’s policies.
Experts like Harvard’s Steven Levitsky stressed the role of street protests in resisting authoritarian shifts, alongside legal and electoral efforts.
Saturday’s demonstrations also addressed cases like that of Kilmar Ábrego García, wrongly deported, showing the movement’s broader human rights focus.
