Protests Against the Trump Administration
Introduction to the Protests
Thousands are expected to flood downtown Dallas on Saturday to protest the policies of the Trump administration.
Dallas is one of some 2,500 cities across the country with planned “No Kings” protests. In North Texas, protests are planned in Fort Worth, Plano, Denton and Frisco, among others.
Reasons Behind the Protests
The latest round of protests against President Donald Trump comes as anger has grown over the deployment of National Guard troops in U.S. cities, the ongoing government shutdown and crackdown on immigration.
“The president thinks his rule is absolute,” the No Kings website says. “But in America, we don’t have kings and we won’t back down against chaos, corruption, and cruelty.”
Political Reactions
Political Points
Expected Turnout and Weather Conditions
In June, millions of protesters around the U.S. turned up for No Kings protests. Organizers say they expect a bigger turnout Saturday, although rain could hamper attendance. The National Weather Service in Fort Worth is predicting scattered showers and storms, some of which could be severe, throughout the day across North and Central Texas.
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Organizations Behind the Protests
Dozens of organizations — including the American Civil Liberties Union, American Federation of Teachers, Human Rights Campaign, Indivisible and MoveOn — are behind the protests.
Republican Reactions
Republicans have accused Democrats of keeping the government closed to rally support for the protests. On Fox News, House Speaker Mike Johnson of Louisiana, called the protest a “hate America rally” and “pro-Hamas” gathering.
Government Response
Deployment of National Guard
Gov. Greg Abbott announced he will deploy the state’s National Guard to Austin ahead of the protests. Abbott said in a news release he is also sending Texas Rangers, state troopers and Department of Public Safety personnel to Austin. It’s not clear if Guard troops will be deployed to North Texas.
“Violence and destruction will never be tolerated in Texas,” Abbott said.
Democratic Reaction
Texas Democrats criticized the move, accusing Abbott of trying to intimidate people exercising their First Amendment right.
“Sending armed soldiers to suppress peaceful protests is what kings and dictators do — and Greg Abbott just proved he’s one of them,” House Democratic Caucus chair Rep. Gene Wu of Houston said in a statement.
Conclusion
The protests against the Trump administration are expected to be large and widespread, with thousands of people attending rallies across the country. The protests are a response to the administration’s policies, including the deployment of National Guard troops and the crackdown on immigration. While some have criticized the protests as a “hate America rally,” others see them as a necessary exercise of First Amendment rights.
Frequently Asked Questions
General Questions
What are the protests about?
The protests are against the policies of the Trump administration, including the deployment of National Guard troops and the crackdown on immigration.
Where are the protests taking place?
The protests are taking place in over 2,500 cities across the country, including Dallas, Fort Worth, Plano, Denton, and Frisco.
What organizations are behind the protests?
Dozens of organizations are behind the protests, including the American Civil Liberties Union, American Federation of Teachers, Human Rights Campaign, Indivisible, and MoveOn.
Logistical Questions
What is the expected turnout for the protests?
Organizers expect a bigger turnout than the June protests, although rain could hamper attendance.
What is the weather forecast for the protests?
The National Weather Service is predicting scattered showers and storms, some of which could be severe, throughout the day across North and Central Texas.
Political Questions
How have Republicans reacted to the protests?
Republicans have accused Democrats of keeping the government closed to rally support for the protests, and some have called the protest a “hate America rally” and “pro-Hamas” gathering.
How have Democrats reacted to the deployment of National Guard troops?
Texas Democrats have criticized the move, accusing Gov. Greg Abbott of trying to intimidate people exercising their First Amendment right.
