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Dozens of cities across the country are hosting "May Day" protests over the weekend to oppose President Donald Trump's administration and policies.
Newsweek reached out to the White House for comment via email.
Why It Matters
The group 50501, one of the organizers of these protests, has become one of the most influential groups organizing demonstrations against Trump since his return to the Oval Office in January. It has organized rallies in all corners of the country this year in every state, from deep blue California to ruby red West Virginia.
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What To Know
Demonstrations were held by 50501 and May Day Strong in every state this week for May 1, when "May Day" is celebrated. "May Day" is a holiday in which labor workers are celebrated, and protests calling for working class solidarity often go with the day. May Day Strong's website calls for protests to promote a "united, pro-immigrant, anti-racist working class politics in this country."
Individuals looking to protest who missed the Thursday demonstrations will have more opportunities to do so over the weekend, when dozens of other protests are planned for most states.
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List of Cities Hosting 50501 May Day Protests This Weekend
Here's a look at one event happening in each state, though gatherers should know many states are hosting multiple protests in various cities. For a complete list of events, visit the 50501's website.
- Gustavus, Alaska: 2 p.m. on May 3 at the Gustavus dock
- Tempe, Arizona: 10 a.m. on May 3 at 2077 E University Dr.
- Little Rock, Arkansas: 2 p.m. on May 3 at 500 Woodlane St.
- Palo Alto, California: 1:30 p.m. on May 3 at 4180 El Camino Real
- Golden, Colorado: 12:30 p.m. on May 3 at the Genesee Overpass
- Westport, Connecticut: 11 a.m. on May 3 at 1 Parker Harding Plaza
- Newark, Delaware: 11 a.m. on May 3 at East Main St. & South College Ave.
- Clermont, Florida: 10 a.m. on May 4 at 16729 Cagan Oaks
- Atlanta: 2 p.m. on May 3 at 371 10th St. NE
- Salmon, Idaho: 11 a.m. on May 3 at 201 Main St.
- Joliet, Illinois: 11 a.m. on May 3 at 100 W Jefferson St.
- Kokomo, Indiana: 5 p.m. on May 3 at 104 N Buckeye St.
- Cedar Rapids, Iowa: 12 p.m. on May 3 at 2nd St. SE & 8th Ave. SE
- Owensboro, Kentucky: 11 a.m. on May 3 at 2911 W Parrish Ave.
- Baton Rouge, Louisiana 1:30 p.m. on May 4 at 900 N 3rd St.
- Machias, Maine: 12 p.m. on May 3 at 16 O'Brien Ave.
- Owings Mills, Maryland: 11 a.m. on May 3 at 9428 Reisterstown Rd.
- Worcester, Massachusetts: 11 a.m. on May 3 at 43 Belmont Street 290 Overpass
- Troy, Michigan: 1 p.m. on May 3 at 43 Belmont Street 290 Overpass
- Duluth, Minnesota: 11 a.m. on May 3 at 1242 88th Ave W.
- Helena, Montana: 12 p.m. on May 3 at 1301 E 6th Ave.
- Reno, Nevada: 10:30 a.m. on May 3
- Plaistow, New Hampshire: 1 p.m. on May 3 at 145 Main St.
- Jersey City, New Jersey: 10 a.m. on May 3 at Grove Street Plaza
- Alamogordo, New Mexico: 10 a.m. on May 3 at 1001 N White Sands Blvd.
- Mamaroneck, New York: 4 p.m. on May 3 at 60-98 Harbor Island Park
- Charlotte, North Carolina: 11 a.m. on May 3 at 4938 Central Ave.
- Bismark, North Dakota: 12 p.m. on May 3 at 600 E Boulevard Ave.
- Cleveland: 11 a.m. on May 3 at East 9th Street & Lakeside Avenue East
- Oklahoma City: 1 p.m. on May 4 at 300 SW 7th St.
- Portland, Oregon: 12 p.m. on May 3 at 1403 S Harbor Way
- Pittsburgh: 12:30 p.m. on May 3 at 414 Grant St.
- Providence, Rhode Island: 12 p.m. on May 3 at 82 Smith St.
- West Columbia, South Carolina: 12 p.m. on May 3 at 2999 Sunset Blvd.
- Nashville, Tennessee: 12 p.m. on May 3 at Union St. & 3rd Ave. North
- Allen, Texas: 11 a.m. on May 3 at 970 Garden Park Dr.
- Provo, Utah: 1 p.m. on May 3 at 445 W Center St.
- South Burlington, Vermont: 11:30 a.m. on May 3 at 1001 Shelburne Rd.
- Fredericksburg, Virginia: 10 a.m. on May 3 at 1516 William St.
- Washington, D.C.: 2 p.m. on May 3 at 1700 G St. NW
- Seattle: 1:30 p.m. on May 3 at 305 Harrison St.
- Charleston, West Virginia: 11 a.m. on May 3
- La Crosse, Wisconsin: 12 p.m. on May 3 at State Rd. and Losey Blvd.
What People Are Saying
50501 posted on its Instagram account: "May Day has always belonged to the people. It was born out of the struggle for an eight-hour workday—and today, we continue that legacy by fighting for dignity, justice, and freedom for ALL."
Donald Trump wrote on Truth Social this week: "The Radical Left Democrats are paying a fortune to have people infiltrate the Town Halls of Republican Congressmen/women and Senators.
"These Great Patriot Politicians should not treat them nicely. Have them immediately ejected from the room—They are disruptors and troublemakers. You must allow your audience to know what you are up against, or else they will think they are Republicans, and that there is dissension in the Party."
What Happens Next?
Protests against the Trump administration are likely to continue over the coming years as Democrats continue opposing his administration. Organizers with 50501 have said they plan to keep up momentum through the summer.
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