Anti-Trump administration protesters turn out for rallies in the US

aljazeera.comPublished: 4/19/2025

Summary

Thousands of demonstrators across the U.S., including a rally in Manhattan against deportations and another in Washington D.C., express concerns over President Trump's administration, which they accuse of threats to civil rights and constitutional values like ICE operations and government layoffs. These protests come after similar nationwide demonstrations drew thousands last week, with organizers citing violations of the Constitution and federal policies as their cause. Many participants, inspired by historical reenactments and personal beliefs in protecting liberty, are taking action against what they perceive as an erosion of democracy and civil liberties in America today.