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Sanders and Ocasio-Cortez Rally 255,000 Nationwide Against Trump Policies

The 'Fighting Oligarchy' tour draws record crowds in red states, mobilizing grassroots action ahead of the 2026 midterms.

Photo composite illustration of Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
Senator Bernie Sanders speaks at Folsom Lake College, April 15, 2025. Photo by Ken Magri
Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., with supporters after speaking at the "Fighting Oligarchy" rally in Los Angeles on April 12, 2025.
U.S. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) and U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT) speak to a full auditorium as part of the "Fighting Oligarchy" tour on April 14, 2025 in Nampa, Idaho. According to event organizers, 12,500 people attended the rally.

Overview

  • Over six weeks, the 'Fighting Oligarchy' tour has attracted 254,931 attendees across 17 rallies in 11 states, including deep-red areas like Boise, Idaho, and Salt Lake City, Utah.
  • The rallies denounce President Trump's policies on wealth inequality, corporate influence, and cuts to Medicaid, while advocating for economic justice and democracy.
  • Recent events in Republican strongholds saw unprecedented turnout, such as 12,500 attendees in Boise and 20,000 in Salt Lake City, signaling growing progressive energy in traditionally conservative areas.
  • A recent survey indicates dissatisfaction among Democratic voters, with 70% grading their party's response to Trump as a C or lower, highlighting internal party tensions.
  • Organizers report tens of thousands joined a national call preparing for a May day of action, underscoring the tour's role in empowering disaffected voters and building grassroots momentum.