Protests Against Trump Policies Sweep Nationwide on Presidents' Day

On Presidents Day, approximately 200 people participated in a rally in Wilkes-Barre organized by Action Together NEPA and the 50501 Movement, expressing their discontent with the Trump Administration's policies. The 'No Kings on Presidents Day' protests were part of a nationwide series of demonstrations criticizing the administration’s actions, with similar events occurring in various locations, including Tucson and Sonora. In Sonora, over 100 people protested against Trump's spending cuts that led to federal layoffs, emphasizing the economic impact on local communities reliant on federal services. Protesters voiced concerns over the loss of jobs and the negative effects on tourism and public safety. The demonstrations reflected a broader sentiment of resistance against what participants described as the 'cruelty and chaos' of the Trump era. Organizers aimed to draw attention to the consequences of federal policy changes on local economies and communities.