Massive Anti-Trump 'Hands Off!' Protests Set to Begin Nationwide

The April 5 demonstrations, expected to draw nearly 400,000 participants across 1,100 locations, target Trump administration policies, Elon Musk's government role, and threats to democracy.

The 'Hands Off!' protests are the largest single-day anti-Trump demonstrations since his second term began, with events planned across all 50 states and internationally.
Organized by a coalition of over 200 advocacy groups, including Indivisible, MoveOn, and the ACLU, the protests emphasize peaceful resistance and de-escalation.
Key demands include halting cuts to Social Security and federal programs, ending mass layoffs of federal workers, and opposing anti-immigrant and anti-transgender policies.
Elon Musk's role in the Department of Government Efficiency is a central focus, with accusations of mass layoffs and misuse of private data fueling public outrage.
The protests coincide with economic tensions from recent tariffs and the upcoming SAVE Act vote, which activists warn could restrict voting rights for marginalized groups.