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Thousands of demonstrators gathered across the United States on Saturday for a coordinated wave of protests against President Donald Trump's policies, focusing on issues such as immigration, civil liberties, and federal job cuts, according to The New York Times.
The protests, organized by the advocacy group 50501, took place in over 700 locations nationwide, highlighting public concern over what activists describe as authoritarian tendencies in U.S. governance. Many events included traditional rallies alongside community initiatives, such as food drives aimed at fostering solidarity among participants, according to AA.
In Washington, D.C., hundreds of protesters gathered near the White House demanding justice for Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Maryland resident wrongfully deported to El Salvador. Activists asserted his case symbolizes broader concerns over the erosion of due process and unlawful deportations under Trump's administration, as detailed by TRT Global.
Demonstrators in New York City carried signs reading "No Kings in America" and chanted, "No ICE, no fear, immigrants are welcome here," reflecting strong opposition to the Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency's actions, reported Dawn.
Protesters expressed increasing alarm about Trump's policies, with statements such as “We are losing our country” being echoed throughout events. At various locations, speeches and banners called attention to the rollback of civil liberties, including LGBTQ+ rights, and the impacts of severe job cuts in federal agencies orchestrated by figures like Elon Musk, linked to the Department of Government Efficiency, who were also criticized during these demonstrations, according to The New York Times.
As protesters rallied in cities from Los Angeles to Jacksonville, the ongoing demonstrations showcased a unified response against perceived threats to democracy and civil rights under the Trump administration, stressing the urgency for collective action and accountability, according to AA.