Protestors Unite Against Trump on One-Year Anniversary of Second Term
As President Donald Trump's second term in office approaches its one-year mark, a major protest is planned for January 20, 2026. The Women's March, a feminist group that launched in response to Trump's 2016 election victory, has organized the "Free America" walkout, which aims to stand in opposition to what organizers call a growing fascist regime.
The event, scheduled to take place at 2 p.m., will feature a digital pledge for participants to sign, inviting people to walk out, help with the organization, or volunteer with Women's March. The protest's message, echoing that of Refuse Fascism and other anti-Trump groups, calls on Americans to "defend democratic norms and reject authoritarianism."
According to organizers, this moment demands "escalated commitment from our movement," as they aim to push against a presidency marked by controversy, including increased xenophobia, misogyny, and violence. Trump's policies have already drawn significant opposition, with protests taking place across the country and globally.
Other anti-Trump demonstrations are on the horizon, including Refuse Fascism's planned "people's indictment" delivery at the White House on December 13. The Women's March event serves as a critical moment in opposition to what many view as an increasingly authoritarian presidency.
For those planning to attend, the protest offers a platform for collective action and voices against the divisive rhetoric emanating from Trump's administration.
As President Donald Trump's second term in office approaches its one-year mark, a major protest is planned for January 20, 2026. The Women's March, a feminist group that launched in response to Trump's 2016 election victory, has organized the "Free America" walkout, which aims to stand in opposition to what organizers call a growing fascist regime.
The event, scheduled to take place at 2 p.m., will feature a digital pledge for participants to sign, inviting people to walk out, help with the organization, or volunteer with Women's March. The protest's message, echoing that of Refuse Fascism and other anti-Trump groups, calls on Americans to "defend democratic norms and reject authoritarianism."
According to organizers, this moment demands "escalated commitment from our movement," as they aim to push against a presidency marked by controversy, including increased xenophobia, misogyny, and violence. Trump's policies have already drawn significant opposition, with protests taking place across the country and globally.
Other anti-Trump demonstrations are on the horizon, including Refuse Fascism's planned "people's indictment" delivery at the White House on December 13. The Women's March event serves as a critical moment in opposition to what many view as an increasingly authoritarian presidency.
For those planning to attend, the protest offers a platform for collective action and voices against the divisive rhetoric emanating from Trump's administration.
! We need to stand up for our rights and values, you know? The idea of a growing fascist regime is super scary 
, and it's time we take action. I love that the Women's March is leading the charge – they're always been all about empowering women and marginalized communities 
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, but for those of us who care about democracy and equality, it's a huge concern 
. We need to stand together and defend our democratic norms – it's the only way we'll ever get back to being a fair and just society 
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. It's time for us to be more vocal and active in opposing Trump's divisive rhetoric – every voice matters! 
January can't come soon enough! 
I'm low-key worried about what 2026 has in store, but I know we gotta stand up for our rights & democracy 
. It's crazy that it's been a year since Trump got back in office – feels like just yesterday he was saying some pretty wild stuff 
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. Let's get out there & make some noise! 
. It sounds like things are getting pretty intense between Trump's people and the protesters. I mean, we all know he's been pushing boundaries with his words and actions, but it's one thing to speak out against him when you're on the other side of the aisle... it's a whole different story when you're facing down actual aggression 
It's crazy that people are still fighting for our democracy & rights after all these years. This "Free America" walkout is like, exactly what we need right now - a big ol' show of unity & resistance against fascism. I love that it's not just about Trump, but also about defending democratic norms & rejecting authoritarianism. We gotta keep pushing & standing up for what's right 
. I'm not saying Trump isn't worth protesting against, but can we not have a more nuanced conversation about our democratic norms and authoritarianism? This "free America" walkout thing sounds pretty vague... how does it even work?