In cities across America, citizens are taking to the streets in response to Donald Trump’s mounting legal problems. As investigations into Trump’s business practices and his actions around the January 6th Capitol riot continue, more and more people are showing up at rallies, demanding that he be held accountable.
On Thursday, New York City saw one of the largest demonstrations, with thousands marching in protest of Trump’s influence on American politics. “We’re not just protesting his legal issues,” said protestor Kelly Martinez, “We’re protesting the way he has undermined democracy.”
In Washington D.C., protests were held near the Capitol building, where demonstrators spoke out against Trump’s involvement in the January 6th events. “He tried to destroy our democracy,” said Alex Carter, one of the many who gathered. “It’s time for him to be held accountable.”
Across the country, similar protests unfolded, with Los Angeles, Chicago, and Philadelphia becoming epicenters of public discontent. Protestors carried signs that read “No One Is Above the Law” and “Justice for January 6th,” reflecting the broad coalition of people who are uniting to demand justice.
Many protesters were clear about their motivations. “I’m here because we need to show that this country stands for justice,” said Marcus Lewis, a protester in Chicago. “Trump can’t just get away with everything. He needs to face consequences for what he did.”
