Barely re-elected in the U.S. presidential election, Donald Trump is already facing widespread protests across the United States.
On November 9, 2024, thousands of Americans in major cities from New York to Seattle took to the streets to demonstrate their opposition to Trump’s return to office. Protesters are expressing concerns about the threats they believe the new administration poses to reproductive rights, immigration policies, and worker protections, among other issues.
In New York City, protesters gathered outside the Trump International Hotel and Tower on 5th Avenue, holding signs that denounced policies likely to restrict reproductive rights and intensify immigration crackdowns.
Organized by immigrant and workers’ rights groups, the demonstrations aimed to show the participants’ determination to resist the oppressive policies announced by Trump and his allies. Signs held by protesters read, “We will protect ourselves” and “We will not back down.”
In Washington, D.C., demonstrators gathered near the headquarters of the Heritage Foundation, a conservative think tank behind the “Agenda 2025” initiative. The rally underscored concerns about potential restrictions on women’s rights and individual freedoms under the Trump administration.
On the West Coast, a large crowd gathered in Seattle near the Space Needle, displaying messages calling for unity against a political system they deem incapable of protecting them. Many demonstrators wore clothing in support of the Palestinian cause, linking local resistance with global struggles against oppression.
In Portland, protesters gathered near City Hall, denouncing policies they described as fascist. Signs urged citizens to replace fear with action, and organizers highlighted that they have been campaigning for years for improved access to healthcare, housing, and education. For them, Trump’s re-election poses a risk of further limiting basic social services in the United States.
In Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, protests continued at Point State Park, where participants reaffirmed their commitment to individual rights and freedoms. Organizers encouraged protesters to stay informed, engage in outreach efforts, and prepare for future struggles.
These protests reflect widespread discontent with Trump’s re-election and his proposed policies, including potential restrictions on abortion, mass deportations, and cuts to social services. The coordinated nature of these protests, occurring nationwide, underscores a shared purpose among diverse communities.
During his first term, Donald Trump faced numerous protests across the United States, to which law enforcement frequently responded with force. This new term promises to be tumultuous, especially for minority groups such as Haitian immigrants, towards whom Trump has shown clear hostility.
Disclaimer: This article was written in French by our editor Emmanuel Paul, based on information published by *The Guardian*. Translation software was used to make this article accessible in several languages, so some quotes may vary slightly from the original. For further details, please consult the The Guardian article at the link provided.
https://www.theguardian.com/world/2024/nov/09/donald-trump-protests-election