Over 1,000 Labor Day Protests Held Across US Against Trump Policies

On Labor Day 2025, over a thousand demonstrations took place across the United States protesting against President Trump's administration and billionaire influence, with the AFL-CIO leading many of these events under the theme "Workers Over Billionaires." In cities like New York, Chicago, Richmond, and Oklahoma City, protesters criticized Trump for stripping federal workers of union protections, threatening federal troop deployments, and perpetuating income inequality by preserving tax cuts for the wealthy while cutting social programs. Labor leaders and activists emphasized rebuilding communities and supporting workers' rights, highlighting efforts such as reopening mental health clinics and abolishing subminimum wage. Protesters expressed solidarity and resistance, often symbolized by chants and flags, despite feeling isolated in some regions like Oklahoma. The White House defended President Trump's record, citing historic middle-class tax cuts and substantial investments aimed at creating high-paying jobs. These widespread protests reflect ongoing tensions over economic justice and political leadership during Trump's presidency.