Demonstrators decry what they see as threats to the nation’s democratic ideals.
Protests erupted across the U.S. against President Trump’s administration, with demonstrators voicing concerns over deportations, mass government worker firings, and perceived civil rights violations. Rallies occurred in cities like Manhattan and Washington, D.C., coinciding with the 250th anniversary of the American Revolutionary War, emphasizing themes of resistance to tyranny. Participants highlighted threats to constitutional rights and social safety nets, calling for action to protect democracy and freedom for future generations.