On Saturday, April 5, 2025, tens of thousands of protesters participated in “Hands Off!” demonstrations across all 50 U.S. states, voicing their opposition to President Donald Trump’s administration. The protests focused on several key issues, including cuts to federal programs, new tariff policies, and concerns about civil liberties.
In Washington, D.C., a large crowd gathered on the National Mall. Activists, including immigration advocate Greisa Martinez Rosas, addressed the crowd. Rosas boldly declared, “I am an immigrant, I am undocumented, unafraid, queer and unashamed,” highlighting the fears of marginalized communities under the current administration.
Major cities like New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago saw significant protests, with demonstrators chanting slogans and holding signs against Trump’s policies. Even in traditionally conservative areas such as Fayetteville, West Virginia, and Cookeville, Tennessee, residents organized rallies, showing widespread discontent across the nation.
Internationally, protests also took place in cities like Frankfurt and Berlin, where hundreds gathered to oppose U.S. policies that have affected global economic stability.
The “Hands Off!” protests have become one of the most significant displays of resistance during Trump’s second term, uniting a diverse range of people in opposition to policies that many perceive as harmful to various segments of society.
