Tens of thousands of protesters across major U.S. cities and European capitals marched on Saturday in coordinated demonstrations against former U.S. President Donald Trump's policies, marking the largest opposition rallies since his political resurgence. Organizers from groups like MoveOn and Women's March reported participation in over 1,000 locations, with concerns ranging from trade tariffs to civil liberties.
Economic Fallout Dominates Protests
In Washington, D.C., retirees like Wayne Hoffman criticized Trump's tariff approach as "economic lunacy," warning of impacts on farmers and retirement savings. Similar sentiments echoed in London, where dual citizen Liz Chamberlin told AFP the policies risked a "global recession."
Defending Democratic Institutions
Speakers at the National Mall, including Democratic Representative Jamie Raskin, framed the rallies as resistance to "government erosion." Activist Graylan Hagler vowed sustained opposition, declaring, "We will not sit down." Protesters in Denver and Boston raised concerns about immigration policies and alleged authoritarian tendencies, with signs like "No king for USA" capturing the mood.
International Dimensions
European demonstrators joined the outcry, with Berlin retiree Susanne Fest calling Trump' actions a "constitutional crisis." As Trump's approval ratings hit record lows, analysts note growing anxiety among U.S. allies and markets over policy unpredictability.
