Thousands rally in D.C. as Trump protesters gather across U.S.
Source: Washington Post
Thousands of people crowded in front of the Washington Monument on Saturday to protest President Donald
Trump and top adviser Elon Musk’s dismantling of federal agencies, alleged circumvention of due process and introduction of tariffs.
Rallygoers dressed in Statue of Liberty costumes, wrapped themselves in transgender rights flags, and had their canines wear “dogs against doge” collars. They carried signs decrying the administration’s deportation efforts, defunding of public health and reversal of diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
The gathering was part of what organizers said were at least 1,300 more “Hands Off” rallies planned by more than 150 groups in all 50 states. Photos and videos on social media showed crowds gathered in public squares or marching through the streets Saturday in Boston, Chicago and other cities throughout the country.
By about 1:30 p.m. the crowd in Washington swelled as far as the eye could see from all sides of the stage. A jolt of energy surged through the crowd when Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-Maryland) got up to speak. Raskin attacked the Trump administration for the stock market downturn, coming after law firms and aligning with international dictators.
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Looks like a big crowd.
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