Thousands marched across U.S. cities on May Day in a sweeping wave of protests targeting former President Donald Trump's immigration policies, economic priorities, and perceived attacks on judicial independence. Demonstrations organized by over 200 labor unions, legal groups, and immigrant advocates highlighted growing dissent as Trump returns to the political spotlight.
Voices From the Streets
At a Washington rally, Jennifer Vasquez Sura shared her husband's ordeal: Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a U.S. resident, was allegedly mistakenly deported to El Salvador by immigration authorities. \"He was illegally detained, abducted, and disappeared by the Trump administration,\" she said, describing his 50-day detainment.
Economic Grievances Take Center Stage
Protest organizers accused Trump's allies of favoring corporate interests over working-class families, demanding expanded healthcare access, affordable housing, and robust public school funding. Unions called for redirecting resources to \"rebuild America from the ground up.\"
Political Momentum Builds
U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders energized crowds in Philadelphia, framing the protests as a crucial step in opposing Trump's agenda. The rallies coincided with Democratic efforts to consolidate resistance ahead of the 2024 election cycle, with organizers claiming attendance rivaled historic May Day turnouts.
