Widespread Protests Erupt Across US Amid Trump's Birthday and Military Parade

On June 15th, 2025, thousands of people across the United States took to the streets to protest against President Donald Trump's policies and what they see as his authoritarian tendencies. The protests, which coincided with a military parade celebrating the 250th anniversary of the US Armed Forces and Trump's 79th birthday, took place in numerous cities. One demonstrator in New York City, who wished to remain anonymous, stated, "We're here to show Trump that we won't stand for his fascism. His immigration policies are cruel and inhumane." The protests were particularly intense in New York City, where an estimated 50,000 people marched in the rain, many carrying signs with anti-ICE messages. In Washington D.C., protesters gathered outside Mar-a-Lago. Simultaneous demonstrations occurred in Chicago and Austin, with the latter seeing the Capitol building briefly evacuated. The juxtaposition of celebratory military displays and widespread protests highlights a deep division within American society. The protests underscore the strong feelings many Americans hold regarding Trump's presidency and his impact on the country.