People Rally in Newark Against Trump
A large crowd gathered in Newark to protest the policies of President Donald Trump. The demonstration began near a Lincoln statue on Springfield Avenue and moved up Broad Street, where participants held signs reading “Impeach Trump”, “Health Care For All”, and “Tax The Rich.”
The event was organized by the People’s Organization for Progress and supported by the Martin Luther King People’s Convention for Justice and Resistance Planning Committee, along with many other groups.
Goals of the March
Organizers said the march aimed to oppose what they called Trump’s racist, fascist, and unjust actions at home and abroad. They also criticized the Republican‑controlled Congress and the conservative Supreme Court. The protest was part of a global series of “No Kings” rallies, which have attracted millions of participants in recent weeks.
Key Demands
- End the war in Iran
- Abolish ICE
- Stop the war on domestic issues such as healthcare cuts and environmental rollbacks
- Protect voting rights
- Increase the minimum wage
- Restore federal workers' benefits
- Hold officials accountable for alleged abuses
- Strengthen measures against racism, police brutality, and discrimination in all forms
Trump’s Response
Trump dismissed the demonstrators as a small, ineffective group and denied being a “king.” He shared an AI‑generated video mocking the protest, which drew mixed reactions online. Some supporters of Trump criticized the protests as unproductive and questioned their impact.
Future Actions
The organizers plan further actions, including a national phone call on March 31 and another wave of protests scheduled for May 1. They continue to push for policy changes that they believe will create a more just and democratic society.
