NEW: Millions Turn Out for Over 1,300 Hands Off! Peaceful protests to Declare HANDS OFF! To Trump and Musk in largest day of action this year
April 5, 2025
WASHINGTON - Millions of people flooded the streets today at over 1,300 “Hands Off!” peaceful protests across all 50 states, U.S. territories, and a dozen locations globally, demanding an end to the authoritarian overreach by Trump and Musk. Turnout far exceeded expectations, underscoring the nationwide groundswell of opposition to Trump and Musk’s attempts to harm everyday people in America.
"What we witnessed today was nothing short of extraordinary. Across the country and around the world, people came together to say: we will not be silent while our rights, our futures, and our democracy are under attack,” said Rahna Epting, Executive Director, MoveOn. “This peaceful movement is powered by everyday people—nurses, teachers, students, parents—who are rising up to protect what matters most. We are united, we are relentless, and we are just getting started.”
This marks the largest day of collective action since Trump’s inauguration, with everyday people turning out in record numbers to defend their healthcare, wages, education, civil rights, and democracy. Organizers and attendees cited moves Trump has taken to gut workers’ rights, dismantle our healthcare and constantly increasing prices for all Americans as major contributors to the increased enthusiasm.
With Trump and congressional Republicans doubling down on their agenda to gut essential services, everyday Americans are sending a clear message: Take your hands off our healthcare, our Social Security, our civil rights, our freedom, and our education.
The outpouring of energy was fueled by widespread outrage at efforts to dismantle programs that serve working families and middle-class communities.
Moments So Far from the Day:
Chicago, IL - https://www.threads.net/@marco.foster/post/DIEvwnsPq3g
Concord, NH - https://www.threads.net/@marco.foster/post/DIEu_kTPe9z
Asheville, NC - https://bsky.app/profile/dragonflyjan.bsky.social/post/3lm3b3m6hxk27
Topeka, KS - https://bsky.app/profile/lorainkc.bsky.social/post/3lm3ftuoifc2n
Boston, MA - https://www.threads.net/@marco.foster/post/DIEgs-TsDid
Columbus, OH - https://x.com/matthewbcaffrey/status/1908562676600483863?s=46
Corning, NY - https://bsky.app/profile/brianmaloney37.bsky.social/post/3lm3e7mfaks2b
Louisville, KY - https://x.com/loukydemparty/status/1908560732876140852?s=46
Milwaukee, WI - https://x.com/mteaunion/status/1908580401381048700?s=46
London, UK - https://www.threads.net/@marco.foster/post/DIEYCnMsJAJ?xmt=AQGzOFaFi2VLjEFMDydGOG4vptYVCT1vCBSLN2RhaTFP4A
With today’s massive turnout, the momentum is only building. More events are planned in the coming hours across Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Phoenix, Seattle, Hawai‘i, and American Samoa. You can view the full list of events at handsoff2025.com.
Media can contact media@handsoff2025.com for more information.
Click here for a full list of partner organizations. A full list of events can be found here.
A commitment to nonviolent action is a core principle behind all Hands Off! events. All hosts and participants are expected to seek to de-escalate any potential confrontation with those who disagree with their values.
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