Overview

• Protesters rallied in all 50 states, with over 1,200 events organized by more than 150 advocacy groups, including labor unions and civil rights organizations.
• Key grievances include federal job cuts, reductions in Social Security and other benefits, and what protesters see as a consolidation of power by Trump and Elon Musk.
• Trump's recent tariffs, which destabilized the economy and caused significant stock market declines, further fueled public discontent.
• International solidarity events were held in cities like Berlin, Paris, and London, amplifying global opposition to the administration's policies.
• The White House defended its policies, emphasizing cost-saving measures, while dismissing the protests as ineffective.