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Yomiuri Shimbun
05-07-2025
- Politics
- Yomiuri Shimbun
Donald Trump Has Wrapped His Political Career in the American Flag
He was born on June 14, the date President Woodrow Wilson designated as Flag Day. As a real estate developer, he battled the town of Palm Beach over the height of a flagpole at his Mar-a-Lago estate. As president in 2020, he hugged and kissed the flag and appeared to call it 'baby' as a crowd cheered at the Conservative Political Action Conference. Trump has wrapped his political career in the American flag, making the Stars and Stripes a central visual in his 'Make America Great Again' movement. On Friday, he celebrated July Fourth from the South Lawn of the White House, where he recently installed an 88-foot flagpole. He attended a picnic there with military families and signed his signature tax and spending legislation in front of more than a dozen American flags. He wore his signature uniform: a red tie, white shirt and blue suit, along with a MAGA cap that had an American flag embroidered on the side. Almost every politician uses the American flag as a backdrop, but no other has deployed the national symbol as their own brand as extensively as the former retail and licensing mogul. His family business sells dozens of 'Trump' branded trinkets with flag imagery, including a $120 rubber beach tote and a $110 knit sweater. His supporters have imposed his face on American flags, which they fly from their vehicles or wave from the crowds at his political rallies. His campaign peddled gold lapel pins with 'TRUMP' emblazoned on the flag, available for a $50 donation. And only Trump has transformed the meaning of the American flag into one of the most divisive topics in modern discourse. As flags are raised throughout the country to honor the traditionally unifying anniversary of the country's birthday, Trump's efforts to absorb the American flag into the branding of his Republican Party have left the nation divided over how to celebrate. He calls his supporters 'patriots' and his opponents anti-American, ripping open long-simmering debates over what it means to wave the flag and who gets to define American freedom. He has also spurred efforts among some Democrats and Trump opponents to embrace the flag and Independence Day celebrations – while, among others who do not care for Trump, he has pushed them away from such traditionally patriotic activities. 'It is fitting that the President of the United States loves the Star-Spangled Banner, which represents our nation's brave heroes that have fought and died for our freedom,' said White House spokeswoman Taylor Rogers. 'The American flag has always been important to the President's identity – from the day he was born, on Flag Day, it was clear that his DNA is USA.' This year, some July Fourth barbecues and block parties served as undisguised anti-Trump demonstrations. The Women's March planned 'Free America' rallies throughout the country, where they encouraged organizers to entice people to protest with hot dogs and veggie burgers. 'The dream of American freedom belongs to all of us, and we will not stop in our pursuit of its promise, now or ever,' wrote the Women's March on a website announcing the plans. Some Democrats in Congress are trying to unite the Democratic Party around the flag at a time when the party is scrambling to find a cohesive way to counter Trump. About half of Americans have an American flag at home, but a higher share of Republicans report owning flags than Democrats, according to YouGov survey. In the same survey, 89 percent of Republicans said flying the flag was an act of patriotism, compared with only 58 percent of Democrats. Reps. Pat Ryan (D-New York) and Chris Deluzio (D-Pennsylvania) passed out 4-inch-by-6-inch American flags to their colleagues ahead of Flag Day. 'Patriotism does not belong to one party,' an accompanying letter said. 'The flag, and the values it stands for, belong to every single American.' Deluzio, who served in Iraq in the Navy, said he was motivated to distribute the flags because no one party has a 'monopoly' on American pride. Trump undermines his flag-waving displays by showing 'disdain' for service members and attacking political rivals in the presence of military leaders, Deluzio said in an interview. 'I refuse to take a lecture on patriotism from this guy,' Deluzio said. After November 2020, as Trump falsely claimed that he had won the election, many of his supporters displayed upside-down American flags as an anti-Biden symbol. Rioters carried such a flag into the U.S. Capitol when they sought to block the certification of the election results on Jan. 6, 2021. Trump's supporters widely shared the upside-down flag again last year, after he was convicted of falsifying business records to conceal a hush money payment to an adult-film actress ahead of the 2016 election. The U.S. Flag Code generally prohibits flying the American flag upside down except in a signal of 'dire distress.' Despite Trump's displays of pride in the American flag, he has frequently flouted the U.S. Flag Code, which dictates how the American flag should be folded, stored and displayed. The law requires that flags be flown at half-staff for 30 days following the death of the president. Trump was furious when he learned that the rule would be in effect during his inauguration festivities in January following the death of former president Jimmy Carter. 'The Democrats are all 'giddy' about our magnificent American Flag potentially being at 'half mast' during my Inauguration,' Trump wrote on Truth Social. 'They think it's so great, and are so happy about it because, in actuality, they don't love our Country, they only think about themselves.' House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-Louisiana) ultimately ordered the flag to be raised to full height during Trump's inauguration and then returned to half-staff the day after. Trump's famous hug of the flag at CPAC and his history of emblazoning his name over images of the flag have also been criticized as disrespectful to the national symbol. He has also criticized others for desecrating the flag, calling for criminal penalties against protesters who burn flags despite a 1989 Supreme Court ruling that burning the flag is protected speech under the First Amendment. DeLuzio spoke to The Washington Post from Congress on Wednesday, as House lawmakers were battling over the future of an immigration and tax package that has deeply divided the parties. But he called on Americans to put those differences aside for July Fourth. 'Go celebrate our Independence Day,' DeLuzio said. 'We need some unifying moments in our country.'
The Advertiser
04-07-2025
- Politics
- The Advertiser
Protest and travel mark 4th of July
Recent polls will tell you there's been a drop in national pride among Americans, particularly Democrats in the Trump era, with some questioning whether to celebrate July Fourth at all this year. But Scott Allen, a registered Democrat in southern California, isn't one of them. He planned to commemorate the nation's 249th birthday with a politically mixed group of neighbours who will grill out and light off fireworks. He'll be thinking of his US Marine father, and about how proud he is that "we have the freedom to do all the things we do." "We can have protests. We can have free speech," said Allen, 60, who lives in Lakewood, just south of Los Angeles. This Independence Day may feel different for many Americans. Around the country, there are protests planned against Trump's polices, and in places like southern California, where immigration raids have rattled communities, some July Fourth celebrations were cancelled. Fireworks retailers are also dealing with tariffs. But at the same time, holiday travel is expected to break records. Several communities in the Los Angeles area have cancelled Independence Day festivities due to safety concerns over Trump administration's immigration crackdown. The raids have triggered weeks of protests across the city and led Trump to deploy National Guard troops and Marines. The Los Angeles neighbourhood of El Sereno cancelled its parade after 90 per cent of participants dropped out. Organiser Genny Guerrero said the majority Latino community is "very patriotic." But many people are avoiding events out of fear of immigration agents. "The fact that they're taking anyone that is brown, regardless of citizenship, that puts everyone in jeopardy," Guerrero said. A downtown block party, which drew 20,000 people last year, was postponed. Suburbs in southeastern Los Angeles, such as Bell Gardens, have cancelled celebrations altogether. Meanwhile, Independence Day events are scheduled in protest of Trump's policies, including slashes to Medicaid, said Tamika Middleton, managing director of Women's March. The group had organised the Women's March on Washington in 2017, the day after Trump's first inauguration. This year's events will range from low-key pot lucks to rallies in large cities. For instance, a gathering will be held at a naturalisation ceremony in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, to show support for new citizens. But there will be larger protests in bigger cities, including one outside Houston's City Hall. The vast majority of fireworks in the US are made in China, said Julie Heckman, executive director of the American Pyrotechnics Association. As the trade war with China escalated, tariffs on Chinese-made fireworks reached 145 per cent in April, Heckman said. Trump issued a 90-day pause in May, leaving current tariffs on Chinese fireworks at 30 per cent. The tariffs will have little impact on city fireworks shows because the shells were purchased months ago, Heckman said. But it'll be a different story next year, Heckman added, because 30 per cent tariffs — or anything higher — are not sustainable for business. The industry is casting a wary eye toward 2026. "Every small town in America is going to want a special firework display to honour America's 250th," Heckman said. Auto club AAA expected more than 72 million people to travel at least 80km from home. AAA's forecast includes two weekends to better reflect the holiday travel. Nearly 62 million people will travel by car, a 2.2 per cent bump over 2024, making it the highest volume on record, AAA said. Drivers have seen some price increases at the pump, but summer gas prices are still the lowest they've been since 2021. Meanwhile, nearly six million people will fly — four per cent more than last year, AAA said. The Federal Aviation Administration said this will be the busiest July Fourth week in 15 years. Recent polls will tell you there's been a drop in national pride among Americans, particularly Democrats in the Trump era, with some questioning whether to celebrate July Fourth at all this year. But Scott Allen, a registered Democrat in southern California, isn't one of them. He planned to commemorate the nation's 249th birthday with a politically mixed group of neighbours who will grill out and light off fireworks. He'll be thinking of his US Marine father, and about how proud he is that "we have the freedom to do all the things we do." "We can have protests. We can have free speech," said Allen, 60, who lives in Lakewood, just south of Los Angeles. This Independence Day may feel different for many Americans. Around the country, there are protests planned against Trump's polices, and in places like southern California, where immigration raids have rattled communities, some July Fourth celebrations were cancelled. Fireworks retailers are also dealing with tariffs. But at the same time, holiday travel is expected to break records. Several communities in the Los Angeles area have cancelled Independence Day festivities due to safety concerns over Trump administration's immigration crackdown. The raids have triggered weeks of protests across the city and led Trump to deploy National Guard troops and Marines. The Los Angeles neighbourhood of El Sereno cancelled its parade after 90 per cent of participants dropped out. Organiser Genny Guerrero said the majority Latino community is "very patriotic." But many people are avoiding events out of fear of immigration agents. "The fact that they're taking anyone that is brown, regardless of citizenship, that puts everyone in jeopardy," Guerrero said. A downtown block party, which drew 20,000 people last year, was postponed. Suburbs in southeastern Los Angeles, such as Bell Gardens, have cancelled celebrations altogether. Meanwhile, Independence Day events are scheduled in protest of Trump's policies, including slashes to Medicaid, said Tamika Middleton, managing director of Women's March. The group had organised the Women's March on Washington in 2017, the day after Trump's first inauguration. This year's events will range from low-key pot lucks to rallies in large cities. For instance, a gathering will be held at a naturalisation ceremony in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, to show support for new citizens. But there will be larger protests in bigger cities, including one outside Houston's City Hall. The vast majority of fireworks in the US are made in China, said Julie Heckman, executive director of the American Pyrotechnics Association. As the trade war with China escalated, tariffs on Chinese-made fireworks reached 145 per cent in April, Heckman said. Trump issued a 90-day pause in May, leaving current tariffs on Chinese fireworks at 30 per cent. The tariffs will have little impact on city fireworks shows because the shells were purchased months ago, Heckman said. But it'll be a different story next year, Heckman added, because 30 per cent tariffs — or anything higher — are not sustainable for business. The industry is casting a wary eye toward 2026. "Every small town in America is going to want a special firework display to honour America's 250th," Heckman said. Auto club AAA expected more than 72 million people to travel at least 80km from home. AAA's forecast includes two weekends to better reflect the holiday travel. Nearly 62 million people will travel by car, a 2.2 per cent bump over 2024, making it the highest volume on record, AAA said. Drivers have seen some price increases at the pump, but summer gas prices are still the lowest they've been since 2021. Meanwhile, nearly six million people will fly — four per cent more than last year, AAA said. The Federal Aviation Administration said this will be the busiest July Fourth week in 15 years. Recent polls will tell you there's been a drop in national pride among Americans, particularly Democrats in the Trump era, with some questioning whether to celebrate July Fourth at all this year. But Scott Allen, a registered Democrat in southern California, isn't one of them. He planned to commemorate the nation's 249th birthday with a politically mixed group of neighbours who will grill out and light off fireworks. He'll be thinking of his US Marine father, and about how proud he is that "we have the freedom to do all the things we do." "We can have protests. We can have free speech," said Allen, 60, who lives in Lakewood, just south of Los Angeles. This Independence Day may feel different for many Americans. Around the country, there are protests planned against Trump's polices, and in places like southern California, where immigration raids have rattled communities, some July Fourth celebrations were cancelled. Fireworks retailers are also dealing with tariffs. But at the same time, holiday travel is expected to break records. Several communities in the Los Angeles area have cancelled Independence Day festivities due to safety concerns over Trump administration's immigration crackdown. The raids have triggered weeks of protests across the city and led Trump to deploy National Guard troops and Marines. The Los Angeles neighbourhood of El Sereno cancelled its parade after 90 per cent of participants dropped out. Organiser Genny Guerrero said the majority Latino community is "very patriotic." But many people are avoiding events out of fear of immigration agents. "The fact that they're taking anyone that is brown, regardless of citizenship, that puts everyone in jeopardy," Guerrero said. A downtown block party, which drew 20,000 people last year, was postponed. Suburbs in southeastern Los Angeles, such as Bell Gardens, have cancelled celebrations altogether. Meanwhile, Independence Day events are scheduled in protest of Trump's policies, including slashes to Medicaid, said Tamika Middleton, managing director of Women's March. The group had organised the Women's March on Washington in 2017, the day after Trump's first inauguration. This year's events will range from low-key pot lucks to rallies in large cities. For instance, a gathering will be held at a naturalisation ceremony in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, to show support for new citizens. But there will be larger protests in bigger cities, including one outside Houston's City Hall. The vast majority of fireworks in the US are made in China, said Julie Heckman, executive director of the American Pyrotechnics Association. As the trade war with China escalated, tariffs on Chinese-made fireworks reached 145 per cent in April, Heckman said. Trump issued a 90-day pause in May, leaving current tariffs on Chinese fireworks at 30 per cent. The tariffs will have little impact on city fireworks shows because the shells were purchased months ago, Heckman said. But it'll be a different story next year, Heckman added, because 30 per cent tariffs — or anything higher — are not sustainable for business. The industry is casting a wary eye toward 2026. "Every small town in America is going to want a special firework display to honour America's 250th," Heckman said. Auto club AAA expected more than 72 million people to travel at least 80km from home. AAA's forecast includes two weekends to better reflect the holiday travel. Nearly 62 million people will travel by car, a 2.2 per cent bump over 2024, making it the highest volume on record, AAA said. Drivers have seen some price increases at the pump, but summer gas prices are still the lowest they've been since 2021. Meanwhile, nearly six million people will fly — four per cent more than last year, AAA said. The Federal Aviation Administration said this will be the busiest July Fourth week in 15 years. Recent polls will tell you there's been a drop in national pride among Americans, particularly Democrats in the Trump era, with some questioning whether to celebrate July Fourth at all this year. But Scott Allen, a registered Democrat in southern California, isn't one of them. He planned to commemorate the nation's 249th birthday with a politically mixed group of neighbours who will grill out and light off fireworks. He'll be thinking of his US Marine father, and about how proud he is that "we have the freedom to do all the things we do." "We can have protests. We can have free speech," said Allen, 60, who lives in Lakewood, just south of Los Angeles. This Independence Day may feel different for many Americans. Around the country, there are protests planned against Trump's polices, and in places like southern California, where immigration raids have rattled communities, some July Fourth celebrations were cancelled. Fireworks retailers are also dealing with tariffs. But at the same time, holiday travel is expected to break records. Several communities in the Los Angeles area have cancelled Independence Day festivities due to safety concerns over Trump administration's immigration crackdown. The raids have triggered weeks of protests across the city and led Trump to deploy National Guard troops and Marines. The Los Angeles neighbourhood of El Sereno cancelled its parade after 90 per cent of participants dropped out. Organiser Genny Guerrero said the majority Latino community is "very patriotic." But many people are avoiding events out of fear of immigration agents. "The fact that they're taking anyone that is brown, regardless of citizenship, that puts everyone in jeopardy," Guerrero said. A downtown block party, which drew 20,000 people last year, was postponed. Suburbs in southeastern Los Angeles, such as Bell Gardens, have cancelled celebrations altogether. Meanwhile, Independence Day events are scheduled in protest of Trump's policies, including slashes to Medicaid, said Tamika Middleton, managing director of Women's March. The group had organised the Women's March on Washington in 2017, the day after Trump's first inauguration. This year's events will range from low-key pot lucks to rallies in large cities. For instance, a gathering will be held at a naturalisation ceremony in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, to show support for new citizens. But there will be larger protests in bigger cities, including one outside Houston's City Hall. The vast majority of fireworks in the US are made in China, said Julie Heckman, executive director of the American Pyrotechnics Association. As the trade war with China escalated, tariffs on Chinese-made fireworks reached 145 per cent in April, Heckman said. Trump issued a 90-day pause in May, leaving current tariffs on Chinese fireworks at 30 per cent. The tariffs will have little impact on city fireworks shows because the shells were purchased months ago, Heckman said. But it'll be a different story next year, Heckman added, because 30 per cent tariffs — or anything higher — are not sustainable for business. The industry is casting a wary eye toward 2026. "Every small town in America is going to want a special firework display to honour America's 250th," Heckman said. Auto club AAA expected more than 72 million people to travel at least 80km from home. AAA's forecast includes two weekends to better reflect the holiday travel. Nearly 62 million people will travel by car, a 2.2 per cent bump over 2024, making it the highest volume on record, AAA said. Drivers have seen some price increases at the pump, but summer gas prices are still the lowest they've been since 2021. Meanwhile, nearly six million people will fly — four per cent more than last year, AAA said. The Federal Aviation Administration said this will be the busiest July Fourth week in 15 years.
Perth Now
04-07-2025
- Politics
- Perth Now
Protest and travel mark 4th of July
Recent polls will tell you there's been a drop in national pride among Americans, particularly Democrats in the Trump era, with some questioning whether to celebrate July Fourth at all this year. But Scott Allen, a registered Democrat in southern California, isn't one of them. He planned to commemorate the nation's 249th birthday with a politically mixed group of neighbours who will grill out and light off fireworks. He'll be thinking of his US Marine father, and about how proud he is that "we have the freedom to do all the things we do." "We can have protests. We can have free speech," said Allen, 60, who lives in Lakewood, just south of Los Angeles. This Independence Day may feel different for many Americans. Around the country, there are protests planned against Trump's polices, and in places like southern California, where immigration raids have rattled communities, some July Fourth celebrations were cancelled. Fireworks retailers are also dealing with tariffs. But at the same time, holiday travel is expected to break records. Several communities in the Los Angeles area have cancelled Independence Day festivities due to safety concerns over Trump administration's immigration crackdown. The raids have triggered weeks of protests across the city and led Trump to deploy National Guard troops and Marines. The Los Angeles neighbourhood of El Sereno cancelled its parade after 90 per cent of participants dropped out. Organiser Genny Guerrero said the majority Latino community is "very patriotic." But many people are avoiding events out of fear of immigration agents. "The fact that they're taking anyone that is brown, regardless of citizenship, that puts everyone in jeopardy," Guerrero said. A downtown block party, which drew 20,000 people last year, was postponed. Suburbs in southeastern Los Angeles, such as Bell Gardens, have cancelled celebrations altogether. Meanwhile, Independence Day events are scheduled in protest of Trump's policies, including slashes to Medicaid, said Tamika Middleton, managing director of Women's March. The group had organised the Women's March on Washington in 2017, the day after Trump's first inauguration. This year's events will range from low-key pot lucks to rallies in large cities. For instance, a gathering will be held at a naturalisation ceremony in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, to show support for new citizens. But there will be larger protests in bigger cities, including one outside Houston's City Hall. The vast majority of fireworks in the US are made in China, said Julie Heckman, executive director of the American Pyrotechnics Association. As the trade war with China escalated, tariffs on Chinese-made fireworks reached 145 per cent in April, Heckman said. Trump issued a 90-day pause in May, leaving current tariffs on Chinese fireworks at 30 per cent. The tariffs will have little impact on city fireworks shows because the shells were purchased months ago, Heckman said. But it'll be a different story next year, Heckman added, because 30 per cent tariffs — or anything higher — are not sustainable for business. The industry is casting a wary eye toward 2026. "Every small town in America is going to want a special firework display to honour America's 250th," Heckman said. Auto club AAA expected more than 72 million people to travel at least 80km from home. AAA's forecast includes two weekends to better reflect the holiday travel. Nearly 62 million people will travel by car, a 2.2 per cent bump over 2024, making it the highest volume on record, AAA said. Drivers have seen some price increases at the pump, but summer gas prices are still the lowest they've been since 2021. Meanwhile, nearly six million people will fly — four per cent more than last year, AAA said. The Federal Aviation Administration said this will be the busiest July Fourth week in 15 years.
Newsweek
04-07-2025
- Politics
- Newsweek
Anti-Trump Protest Organizers Send Message Ahead of 'Free America' Weekend
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. "Free America" protests against President Donald Trump and his policies are taking place across the country over the Fourth of July weekend, ranging from backyard barbecues to large rallies. "We want for folks to be celebrating not the America that we have, but a vision that we could have for what it would look like for America truly be free," Tamika Middleton, managing director of Women's March, told Newsweek. Newsweek has contacted the White House for comment via email. The Context Women's March, which launched in the wake of Trump's 2016 election victory, is behind "Free America Weekend." The group is urging Americans to join or host events in their communities to protest the Trump administration's policies and actions. The events are the latest nationwide protests against the Trump administration, including "No Kings" protests on June 14, when millions rallied in cities across the country while a military parade rolled through Washington, D.C., to celebrate the Army's 250th anniversary, coinciding with Trump's 79th birthday. Demonstrators rally outside the Minnesota State Capitol building during a "No Kings" protest on June 14, 2025 in St Paul, Minnesota. Demonstrators rally outside the Minnesota State Capitol building during a "No Kings" protest on June 14, 2025 in St Paul, To Know Middleton said events of varying sizes are planned in all 50 states this weekend. Almost 300 events are set to take place, according to the Women's March website. Smaller gatherings include one at a naturalization ceremony in support of immigrants, Middleton said, and a banner drop protesting the cuts to Medicaid in the president's sweeping tax breaks and spending cuts package, which was passed by the House on Thursday and is heading to the president's desk. Larger events are planned in some cities, including a rally in Los Angeles, where immigration raids have led to some Fourth of July celebrations being canceled or postponed. Middleton said the events are aimed to be joyful. "Because what we do know is that part of what this administration is doing is trying to bring people to despair, to the point they will not fight back," she said. "One of the things they're trying to do is take themselves so seriously and establish themselves as this force that cannot be reckoned with. And we want to remind people that the joy and the power is in each other, that there is hope and that we have to keep fighting for each other and with each other." What People Are Saying Middleton also told Newsweek: "What we're hoping that people will do is to look at what the Fourth of July represents and ask themselves if our country lives into that for everyone in their communities. And if it doesn't, what does it require to make sure that it does? The Women's March website says: "They want us scared, divided, and alone. They don't want us to dream about freedom. But that's exactly what we have to do. This Fourth of July, we will be in the streets with songs of freedom and joy. The dream of American freedom belongs to all of us, and we will not stop in our pursuit of its promise, now or ever." President Donald Trump said earlier this month that any protesters at the military parade on June 14 would "be met with very big force." He said: "I haven't even heard about a protest, but you know, this is people that hate our country, but they will be met with very heavy force." What's Next "Free America" events are scheduled to take place across the country over the holiday weekend. Then, "Good Trouble Lives On" demonstrations are planned in honor of the late civil rights icon and Congressman John Lewis on July 17, the anniversary of his death. Organizers say it will be "a national day of nonviolent action to respond to the attacks posed on our civil and human rights by the Trump administration and to remind them that in America, the power lies with the people."
Time of India
04-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Anti-Trump protests to hit US streets as 'Free America' rallies planned on July 4: All FAQs answered
Why are people protesting on July 4? Live Events Who is organising protests on July 4? What is the reason behind anti-Trump protests? How many events are expected to take place on July 4? Which cities are organising anti-Trump protests? Why has California cancelled July 4 celebrations? What are the other protests happening on July 4? (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel As Americans are planning to celebrate Independence Day on July 4 in US, anti-Trump organizers are holding " Free America " rallies Friday in the next round of mass protest across the country. According to The Times, these demonstrations will be the longest in a line of protests that have taken place in the US after Trump made a return to the White 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.'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 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 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 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."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 protests are focused on freeing the U.S. from billionaires' power, poverty, unlawful orders, and the politics of fear, the website 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 March, the organization behind "Free America Weekend," is calling on people to join or host events over the coming holiday 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 StreetSoldotna, Alaska: Interfaith Picnic and Free America Music Jam, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on July 5 at Soldotna Creek Park, 251 States AvenueLittle Rock, Arkansas: Candlelight Vigil, 8:45 p.m. to 10 p.m. on July 4 at Junction BridgeLos Angeles, California: Los Feliz Free America Weekend, 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Vermont and Prospect Traffic Triangle, 4757 Prospect AvenueArvada, Colorado: Free America Weekend, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on July 4 at 7305 Grandview AvenueHartford, Connecticut: West Hartford's Free America Weekend, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on July 5 at Connecticut Veteran's Memorial ParkMiami, Florida: Reclaim Freedom Rally, from 11 a.m. on July 4 at the Torch of Friendship, 301 Biscayne BoulevardChicago, Illinois: People's Independence Day Chicago, from 11 a.m. on July 4 at Federal Plaza, 230 South DearbornIndianapolis, Indiana: Indiana 50501 Community Cookout, 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. on July 4 at 2432 Conservatory DriveCedar Rapids, Iowa: Free America Weekend, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on July 4 at Cedar Rapids U.S. Courthouse, 111 7th Avenue SoutheastLafayette, Louisiana: 337 Free America Weekend, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on July 4 at Prejean Point, 735 Jefferson StreetFreeport, Maine: Free America Event from 10 a.m. on July 4 at 2 Merrill RoadNorth East, Maryland: Let Freedom Ring!, from 10 a.m. on July 4 at North East Community Park, 200 West Walnut StreetRiverview, Michigan: Freedom vs. Fascism, 9 p.m. to 10 p.m. on July 5 at Riverview Veterans Memorial Library, 14300 Sibley RoadSt. 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 StreetSaint Joseph, Missouri: Let Freedom Ring in St. Joseph!, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on July 4 at 3702 Frederick AvenueForsyth, Montana: Free America BBQ & Protest, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. on July 4 at Marcyes Park, 400 Front StreetSuncook, New Hampshire: N.H. Statewide Bridge Occupation, 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. on July 6, location to be announcedTrenton, New Jersey: Free America Protest, from 6 p.m. on July 4 at the Plaza, 145 West State StreetAlamogordo, New Mexico: Otero County Free America Weekend, from 10 a.m. on July 4 at 1001 North White Sands BoulevardMamaroneck, New York: Free America July 4th Weekend, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on July 5 at Harbor Island, Boston Post RoadMorrisville, North Carolina: Triangle Bridges to Freedom, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on July 6 at Raleigh-Durham International Airport, 2400 John Brantley BoulevardColumbus, Ohio: Free America Weekend, from 10 a.m. on July 4 at the Ohio Statehouse, 1 Capitol SquarePortland, Oregon: Free America Weekend—Sellwood Bridge Protest, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. on July 4 at Southwest Sellwood BridgeLancaster, Pennsylvania: Lancaster Free America Weekend, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on July 5 at 1 Penn SquareMyrtle Beach, South Carolina: Myrtle Beach Free America Weekend, from 10 a.m. on July 4, location to be announcedSioux 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 StreetHouston, Texas: Houston Free America Weekend, from 10 a.m. on July 4 at Houston City Hall, 901 Bagby StreetSalt Lake City, Utah: Free America Weekend, from 10 a.m. on July 4 at the Utah State Capitol, 350 State StreetShelburne, Vermont: Shelburne—Take Back Your County, 12 a.m. to 2 p.m. on July 4 at 5300 Shelburne RoadRoanoke, Virginia: No Kings 2.0, 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. on July 4 at Elmwood Park, 505 Williamson Road SoutheastSeattle, Washington: Seattle: Queen Anne Resist, 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. at West Dravus Street Overpass, 1800 West Dravus StreetMilwaukee, Wisconsin: Green Bay—Free America Weekend, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. on July 4, 100 East Walnut StreetJackson, Wyoming: Teton County Free America March, 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. on July 4 at 447 West Snow King AvenueSeveral 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 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 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."
