In brief
Thousands of demonstrators, primarily women, gathered in Washington DC for the People's March, expressing their discontent with President-elect Donald Trump just days before his inauguration ceremony.
The People's March, a movement that has been held annually since 2017, saw attendees rally against what they termed "Trumpism." Organized by various groups advocating for different causes such as women's rights and climate change, around 5,000 people marched on Saturday, a stark contrast to the hundreds of thousands who participated in previous years. Despite the smaller turnout, protesters gathered at multiple parks and marched to the Lincoln Memorial, conveying messages of anger and sadness about the political climate. Many expressed their disappointment at the election results and the lack of a female presidential candidate. Although the event faced challenges, including counter-protests from Trump supporters, participants remain steadfast in their commitment to the cause.While the scale of this year's march didn't match the historic turnout of past events, the spirit of resistance continued as demonstrated by those who felt the stakes had never been higher with Trump's presidency looming. Participants highlighted the need for ongoing activism against policies and ideologies they view as harmful. As Trump began his inaugural festivities, those in attendance emphasized their commitment to resist and stand against what they perceive as threats to democracy and rights.
