Anti-Trump ‘No Kings’ Protests Spread Across Nation: See The Pictures
Multiple groups carried out demonstrations against President Donald Trump‘s military parade in Washington, D.C. on Saturday, the most prominent of which was the “No Kings” protests that spread to many states. Several protests have already taken place against Trump or his administration’s policies, especially in the aftermath of his decision to deploy the National Guard […]
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MAGA Supporters Counter Anti-ICE Protests: ‘Go Back to Mexico’
By Jordan King is a Newsweek reporter based in London, U.K. Her current focus is on religion, health, food safety and population. She has covered the persecution of religions in the global south, fertility and birth rate issues around the world, multiple disease outbreaks in the U.S. and ongoing vaccination discourse. Jordan joined Newsweek in 2024 […]
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LA Protests: Photos Show Waymo Cars on Fire in Riots
Protests continued for a second night in downtown Los Angeles as demonstrators gathered in response to sweeping immigration enforcement raids. The demonstrations, which began Friday and intensified through the weekend, drew thousands into the streets, with confrontations erupting between protesters and law enforcement. Tensions escalated further after President Donald Trump said he would deploy 2,000 […]
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National Guard on Scene Following Los Angeles Protests: Police
The Los Angeles Police Department’s (LAPD) Central Division reported on Sunday that the National Guard is in the city and has set up at federal buildings, including the Civic Center area, according to a post on X, formerly Twitter. Why It Matters The Trump administration has pledged to carry out the largest mass deportation in […]
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LA Protests: Video of ‘Blackhawk Helicopter’ Dropping Off Boxes Sparks Alarm
A news report showing what appears to be a Blackhawk helicopter resupplying federal officials clashing with protesters who are demonstrating against immigration enforcement tactics has sparked alarm. Why It Matters Since his inauguration in January, President Donald Trump has implemented sweeping changes, mainly through executive orders, and has prioritized immigration control as a key pillar […]
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George Floyd’s Legacy: 5 Years After Killing Sparked Nationwide Protests
Five years ago today, George Floyd, a 46-year-old Black man, died after white police officer Derek Chauvin pinned him to the ground with his knee for 9 minutes and 29 seconds outside a corner store in Minneapolis. Floyd’s death kicked off a global movement in response to anger at racial injustice and police brutality. However, […]
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Missed 50501’s May 1 “May Day” Protests? List of Cities Hosting Protests Over the Weekend
Dozens of cities across the country are hosting “May Day” protests over the weekend to oppose President Donald Trump‘s administration and policies. Newsweek reached out to the White House for comment via email. Why It Matters The group 50501, one of the organizers of these protests, has become one of the most influential groups organizing […]
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Trans Day of Visibility 2025: List of Rallies, Protests Amid Trump Administration Upheaval
This year’s Transgender Day of Visibility will be marked by rallies, events and community gatherings in cities across the United States. The annual event, held on March 31, celebrates the lives and contributions of transgender people while highlighting the ongoing struggles the community faces. This year’s observance comes amid a record number of anti-LGBTQ+ legislative […]
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What Is LRAD Cannon? Putin Ally Denies Using Sonic Weapon Against Protests
Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić has brushed aside accusations that his police forces used a military-grade LRAD (Long Range Acoustic Devices) cannon against a crowd of hundreds of thousands of anti-government protesters in the capital on Saturday. Rally-goers were seen in footage on social media dispersing frantically during a 15-minute silence that was being observed during […]
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