Protesters Display Guillotine Amid Trump's Inauguration in D.C.

On January 20, 2025, anti-Trump protesters in Washington, D.C., displayed a guillotine during demonstrations coinciding with President Donald Trump's inauguration. The protests, which featured a mix of political messages against Trump's policies, were notably smaller in scale compared to past events, drawing only about 25,000 participants compared to the Women's March in 2017. Despite the extreme cold leading to a reduced turnout, some protesters expressed feelings of defeat and exhaustion regarding their political influence. The guillotine, perceived by some as a threatening symbol, sparked various reactions online, with commentators mocking its presence and questioning its intent. Amidst ongoing threats to Trump's safety, the atmosphere surrounding the inauguration was marked by a stark contrast between the celebratory tone inside the Capitol and the disillusionment expressed by demonstrators outside. Overall, the event highlighted ongoing political tensions and the polarized responses to Trump's presidency.