Nationwide Anti-Trump Protests Erupt Across the US

New York/Washington: Thousands of Americans rallied across the United States on Saturday in widespread protests against the administration of former President Donald Trump. From New York to Alaska, citizens voiced concerns over what they described as attacks on democracy, civil rights, and constitutional values. In New York City, demonstrators marched from the Public Library toward Trump Tower, chanting slogans like “No fear, no hate, no ICE in our state” in protest against continued immigrant deportations. Meanwhile, in Washington DC, protesters gathered near the White House, highlighting threats to civil liberties, Social Security, and federal protections.
Protests also took on symbolic meaning elsewhere. In Massachusetts, demonstrators gathered during a reenactment of the Revolutionary War battles of Lexington and Concord, marking 250 years since the “shot heard 'round the world.” Participants drew parallels between past struggles for freedom and current fears of authoritarianism.
“This is a very perilous time in America for liberty,” said 80-year-old protester Thomas Bassford. “I wanted my grandsons to understand that sometimes we have to fight for our freedoms.”

In Denver, Portland, and San Francisco, demonstrators carried US flags—some upside down to signal distress—and banners demanding an end to Trump-era policies. San Francisco protesters spelled out “Impeach & Remove” on a beach near the Pacific. Further north in Anchorage, a protester in colonial garb held a “No Kings” sign, echoing the Revolutionary spirit. Others carried signs decrying authoritarianism, with messages like “Trump fascist regime must go now!”
Protesters also targeted Trump adviser Elon Musk, rallying outside Tesla dealerships and criticising his influence in reducing federal government reach. More community-centered events like food drives and teach-ins complemented the marches.
Organisers cited a range of concerns: mass deportations, rollback of civil rights protections, and dismantling of federal institutions. George Bryant from Boston expressed fears of a “police state,” while Bob Fasick, a retired federal worker, said: “I can’t sit still while our children inherit a broken system.” Protests even spread to Columbia, South Carolina, where hundreds rallied at the statehouse, and to Connecticut, where concerns about “executive overreach” were echoed by citizens like Melinda Charles.