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John Cusack Leads Chicago Protest Against Trump’s Plans

10/19/2025

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Actor John Cusack protested President Donald Trump at the No Kings rally in Chicago, saying Trump misunderstands the city.
He criticized Trump's plan to deploy troops to Chicago, asserting that the Insurrection Act cannot be invoked.
The protest is part of nationwide demonstrations against Trump, with millions participating in over 2,500 locations.
The protests were organized by civil rights groups despite Trump officials labeling them as 'Hate America rallies'.

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Actor John Cusack protested President Donald Trump at the No Kings rally in Chicago, saying Trump misunderstands the city.
He criticized Trump's plan to deploy troops to Chicago, asserting that the Insurrection Act cannot be invoked.
The protest is part of nationwide demonstrations against Trump, with millions participating in over 2,500 locations.
The protests were organized by civil rights groups despite Trump officials labeling them as 'Hate America rallies'.