Anti-Trump protests this weekend turn focus to community action

npr.orgPublished: 4/19/2025

Summary

Hundreds of protests and rallies across the U.S. are taking place in response to Trump's policies on immigration and funding cuts in education and research. Participants like Michelle Willis and Marshall Green have highlighted concerns over deportations using outdated laws and the impact of tariffs on local communities. This movement, known as 50501, organizes community-focused events nationwide, with growing momentum supported by a blizzard of controversial actions from Trump's administration. Despite weak backing from Democratic leaders, experts predict the movement's momentum will continue to rise due to unprecedented chaos and widespread outrage.