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February 19, 2024:
Thousands of demonstrators took to the streets across the United States on Monday in protest against President Donald Trump and his top adviser, Elon Musk. Organized by the grassroots 50501 Movement, the rallies featured slogans such as “Not My President’s Day” and “No King’s Day,” as demonstrators voiced their concerns about threats to democracy and consolidation of power.
The protests, which took place in major cities and state capitals, were the latest in a series of demonstrations against the administration’s policies. The 50501 Movement, whose name stands for “50 states, 50 protests, one day,” has gained traction on social media platforms such as Reddit, Instagram, and Discord, boasting over 115,000 members on its Reddit page.
“We witness, with growing alarm, how our constitutional rights are trampled upon, how the authority of the President is being usurped by those who seek to consolidate power for personal gain,” the organization stated on its website. “Meanwhile, President Trump systematically dismantles the very guardrails designed to ensure accountability across the branches of government.”
In Washington, D.C., thousands gathered outside the U.S. Capitol waving flags and carrying protest placards while chanting, “This is what democracy looks like!” The demonstration was among the largest of the day, with protesters demanding increased transparency and accountability from the administration.
In New York City, hundreds of protesters marched behind a large banner reading “Stop the GOP Coup” while chanting “No one elected Elon Musk!” The tech billionaire, who has been an influential figure in the administration, has drawn criticism for his expanding political role and business influence.
Similar scenes unfolded in Texas, where demonstrators in Austin chanted, “Hey hey, ho ho, Elon Musk has got to go!” and “No justice, no peace!” Meanwhile, in Colorado, a smaller group of protesters gathered outside Rocky Mountain National Park holding signs reading “I speak for the trees” and chanting, “No king, no crown, we the people won’t back down.”
The widespread protests highlight growing dissatisfaction with the administration and its policies. Organizers have vowed to continue their activism, planning future demonstrations and urging citizens to remain engaged in the democratic process.
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