Over the past three months, since Donald Trump’s return to the White House, he has taken several controversial steps that have upset people across the United States. From strict tariffs and aggressive deportation policies to trying to shut down federal agencies, his decisions have caused fear and unrest. Many believe that he is disregarding the Constitution and the fundamental rights of the people. The fast pace at which his government is working has left citizens shocked and worried.
Initially, people were unsure about how to respond. However, a new wave of resistance is slowly taking shape. While there is no single big protest, people across the country are starting to raise their voices in different ways.
Two major political leaders, Senator Bernie Sanders and Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, are leading a campaign called “Fighting Oligarchy.” Their goal is to talk about how billionaires are influencing the U.S. government. Their rallies have drawn large crowds, particularly in western states such as California and Montana. Their message is clear: ordinary people must stand up to powerful elites.
At the same time, American citizens have filled up town hall meetings across the states, demanding answers from their elected representatives. Many of them are angry and want their leaders to challenge Trump’s policies. In Maryland, Senator Chris Van Hollen went as far as travelling to El Salvador to meet a man who was wrongly deported by U.S. authorities, showing how lawmakers are also stepping in to support affected people.
What’s important is that this growing protest wave is not just about shouting slogans—it’s about long-term action. Earlier, people feared that the energy from the anti-Trump movement during his first term might have faded. However, it now seems the resistance has matured. It is more organised, calm, and focused on real change.
This Saturday, protests erupted again in hundreds of cities and towns across the U.S. People gathered outside the White House, in front of state capitals, universities, and historic landmarks. The protests were against several of Trump’s latest actions, including his use of an old wartime law to deport people without a trial.
Protesters carried signs that said things like “Resist Tyranny” and “No Kings,” referring to the 250th anniversary of America’s Revolutionary War. These slogans were especially popular in Massachusetts, where the fight for freedom from British rule had first begun.
One case that stood out was that of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a man wrongly deported to El Salvador. He was locked up in a notorious prison, though he was later moved to another facility. However, about 200 more people have been sent to the same prison under the Alien Enemies Act, a law typically used during wartime. Protesters say this law should not apply today because the U.S. is not officially at war.
In New York, a protester told NPR, “You can’t deport people without due process. Everyone deserves a fair hearing. Congress needs to act.”
Protests were not limited to rallies. The group 50501, which stands for 50 protests in 50 states for 1 movement, also organised food drives, community classes, and volunteering programs. Their goal is not only to protest but also to build stronger, more resilient communities.
While the number of protesters this Saturday was slightly lower than the turnout two weeks ago, the energy was still strong. People are no longer waiting for someone else to act—they are taking matters into their own hands.
Sarah Brenner, a mother from Washington who joined the protest, said that these protests help people feel less alone. “It tells others that they’re not the only ones who care or who are worried. It gives people the courage to speak up,” she said.
Whether it’s big rallies or small local efforts, the resistance movement in the United States seems to be growing and evolving. One thing is clear: many Americans are not ready to stay silent.
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