On June 14, as President Trump took part in a national military in Washington D.C., people gathered across the US for counter-action, attending “No Kings” protests to publicly “reject authoritarianism.”
Why are people protesting on July 4?
The fresh round of protests against the administration comes amid growing discontent with Trump’s policies, according to Axios. Hundreds of “Free America” demonstrations against President Donald Trump and his administration are planned nationwide on July 4.
As President Trump celebrates the Fourth of July with plans to sign his “big, beautiful bill” into law, more than 150 “Free America” protests are scheduled nationwide.
Who is organising protests on July 4?
The anti-Trump protests are being organised by the group named ‘Women’s March’, with the stated goal being to “Free America from the grip of hate and the politics of fear.” They are taking the form of various community gatherings, including block parties, banner drops, barbecues, and dance events.
The Women’s March stated, “They want us scared, divided, and isolated. They want to prevent us from envisioning true freedom. Yet, that’s precisely what we must do”. They added, “This Fourth of July, we will gather in the streets celebrating freedom and joy. The dream of American liberty is for everyone, and we will relentlessly pursue its promise.”
What is the reason behind anti-Trump protests?
The focus of anti-Trump protests is to challenge the influence of billionaires, combat poverty, resist unlawful commands, and reject fear-based politics, according to their website. The demonstrations are aimed at Trump and his policies — including massive deportation sweeps, ICE raids, sweeping tariffs and, most recently, the deep cuts in social services and health care in his recently-passed megabill.
The protests are focused on freeing the U.S. from billionaires’ power, poverty, unlawful orders, and the politics of fear, the website said.
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How many events are expected to take place on July 4?
About 200 events were scheduled, signaling less interest than the recent “No Kings” protests. The Women’s March noted on Facebook Thursday the impact that Trump’s newly passed “big, beautiful bill” is set to have on reproductive rights, with family planning nonprofits that provide abortions facing a one-year Medicaid funding ban.
Which cities are organising anti-Trump protests?
Women’s March, the organization behind “Free America Weekend,” is calling on people to join or host events over the coming holiday weekend.
Montgomery, Alabama: Free America Weekend Food and School Supply Drive, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on July 4 at the NewSouth Bookstore, 105 South Court Street
Soldotna, Alaska: Interfaith Picnic and Free America Music Jam, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on July 5 at Soldotna Creek Park, 251 States Avenue
Little Rock, Arkansas: Candlelight Vigil, 8:45 p.m. to 10 p.m. on July 4 at Junction Bridge
Los Angeles, California: Los Feliz Free America Weekend, 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Vermont and Prospect Traffic Triangle, 4757 Prospect Avenue
Arvada, Colorado: Free America Weekend, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on July 4 at 7305 Grandview Avenue
Hartford, Connecticut: West Hartford’s Free America Weekend, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on July 5 at Connecticut Veteran’s Memorial Park
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Miami, Florida: Reclaim Freedom Rally, from 11 a.m. on July 4 at the Torch of Friendship, 301 Biscayne Boulevard
Chicago, Illinois: People’s Independence Day Chicago, from 11 a.m. on July 4 at Federal Plaza, 230 South Dearborn
Indianapolis, Indiana: Indiana 50501 Community Cookout, 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. on July 4 at 2432 Conservatory Drive
Cedar Rapids, Iowa: Free America Weekend, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on July 4 at Cedar Rapids U.S. Courthouse, 111 7th Avenue Southeast
Lafayette, Louisiana: 337 Free America Weekend, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on July 4 at Prejean Point, 735 Jefferson Street
Freeport, Maine: Free America Event from 10 a.m. on July 4 at 2 Merrill Road
North East, Maryland: Let Freedom Ring!, from 10 a.m. on July 4 at North East Community Park, 200 West Walnut Street
Riverview, Michigan: Freedom vs. Fascism, 9 p.m. to 10 p.m. on July 5 at Riverview Veterans Memorial Library, 14300 Sibley Road
St. Cloud, Minnesota: St. Cloud Area Free America Weekend, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on July 4 at Great River Regional Library, 1300 West Saint Germain Street
Saint Joseph, Missouri: Let Freedom Ring in St. Joseph!, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on July 4 at 3702 Frederick Avenue
Forsyth, Montana: Free America BBQ & Protest, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. on July 4 at Marcyes Park, 400 Front Street
Suncook, New Hampshire: N.H. Statewide Bridge Occupation, 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. on July 6, location to be announced
Trenton, New Jersey: Free America Protest, from 6 p.m. on July 4 at the Plaza, 145 West State Street
Alamogordo, New Mexico: Otero County Free America Weekend, from 10 a.m. on July 4 at 1001 North White Sands Boulevard
Mamaroneck, New York: Free America July 4th Weekend, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on July 5 at Harbor Island, Boston Post Road
Morrisville, North Carolina: Triangle Bridges to Freedom, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on July 6 at Raleigh-Durham International Airport, 2400 John Brantley Boulevard
Columbus, Ohio: Free America Weekend, from 10 a.m. on July 4 at the Ohio Statehouse, 1 Capitol Square
Portland, Oregon: Free America Weekend—Sellwood Bridge Protest, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. on July 4 at Southwest Sellwood Bridge
Lancaster, Pennsylvania: Lancaster Free America Weekend, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on July 5 at 1 Penn Square
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina: Myrtle Beach Free America Weekend, from 10 a.m. on July 4, location to be announced
Sioux Falls, South Dakota: Sioux Falls Independence Day, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on July 4 at USS South Dakota Battleship Memorial, 2705 West 12th Street
Houston, Texas: Houston Free America Weekend, from 10 a.m. on July 4 at Houston City Hall, 901 Bagby Street
Salt Lake City, Utah: Free America Weekend, from 10 a.m. on July 4 at the Utah State Capitol, 350 State Street
Shelburne, Vermont: Shelburne—Take Back Your County, 12 a.m. to 2 p.m. on July 4 at 5300 Shelburne Road
Roanoke, Virginia: No Kings 2.0, 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. on July 4 at Elmwood Park, 505 Williamson Road Southeast
Seattle, Washington: Seattle: Queen Anne Resist, 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. at West Dravus Street Overpass, 1800 West Dravus Street
Milwaukee, Wisconsin: Green Bay—Free America Weekend, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. on July 4, 100 East Walnut Street
Jackson, Wyoming: Teton County Free America March, 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. on July 4 at 447 West Snow King Avenue
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Why has California cancelled July 4 celebrations?
Several communities in the Los Angeles area have canceled Independence Day festivities due to safety concerns over Trump administration’s immigration crackdown. The Los Angeles neighborhood of El Sereno cancelled its parade after 90% of participants dropped out, according to news agency AP.
What are the other protests happening on July 4?
Free America events are scheduled to take place across the country over the July Fourth weekend. Some local chapters of Indivisible have also planned “No Kings 2.0” protests for July 4.
Another day of nationwide demonstrations—billed as “Good Trouble Lives On,” a reference to the late congressman and civil rights icon John Lewis—are planned for July 17. According to organizers, the events are a response to “the attacks on our civil and human rights by the Trump administration.”
