On saturday, cities across the globe witnessed widespread protests against Trump’s policies, reflecting growing opposition to his agenda. This article provides an in-depth look at the demonstrations, from the U.S.to Europe, detailing the key locations and the diverse voices that joined the rallies. Learn about the economic context and past echoes of this critically important global movement.
Global Protests Erupt Against Trump’s Policies
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2025-04-05
Demonstrations spanned teh United states and Europe, fueled by opposition too the former president’s agenda.
worldwide Demonstrations: A Snapshot
Saturday saw widespread protests across the U.S. and Europe. Participants voiced strong opposition to what left-leaning organizations describe as former President Donald trump’s authoritarian overreach and billionaire-backed agenda.
Key Locations:
- Washington, D.C.: Demonstrators gathered at the National Mall.
- Major European Cities: Protests occurred in Frankfurt, Berlin, Paris, London, and Lisbon.
united States: Voices of Dissent
In Washington, D.C., protesters converged on the National Mall, near the George Washington monument. Many carried signs and, in some instances, Ukrainian flags, signaling disagreement with the management’s past foreign policy approaches.
Aims of the Protesters:
- Inspiration: some hoped the demonstrations would encourage broader opposition.
- Call to Action: Diane Kolifrath, from New Hampshire Forward, stated,
The aim is get people to rise up.
MoveOn, along with other progressive groups, coordinated over 1,000 protests across the U.S., including at state capitols.
European Solidarity: Protests Beyond U.S. Borders
Americans living abroad joined local citizens in major European cities to demonstrate against the former Trump administration.
Specific Locations and Focus:
- Frankfurt: Democrats Abroad organized a rally.
- Berlin: Protesters targeted a Tesla showroom and the U.S. embassy, criticizing both Trump and Elon Musk. Some signs called for
an end to the chaos
in the U.S. - Paris: Demonstrators gathered at Place de la République, displaying banners with messages such as
Resist tyrant,
Rule of law,
Feminists for freedom not fascism,
andSave Democracy.
- London: Crowds in Trafalgar Square held signs reading
No to Maga hate
andDump Trump.
- Lisbon: Protests also took place.
Economic Backdrop: Tariffs and Market Reaction
The protests followed a week of stock market declines after Trump’s tariff announcements. Despite the economic downturn, Trump stated, My policies will never change.
Approval Rating:
- trump’s approval rating reportedly fell to 43%, his lowest sence taking office, according to a Reuters poll.
Historical Perspective: Echoes of the Women’s March
The scale of these protests recalls the Women’s March in 2016, which drew at least 470,000 participants in Washington, D.C., and millions more nationwide. This made it the largest single-day protest in U.S. history.
