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New Yorkers Rally Against Trump’s Policies on Presidents' Day

2/17/2026

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New Yorkers Protest Trump

Hundreds of New Yorkers protested outside Trump Tower on Presidents' Day, with music and chants and participants displaying middle fingers toward the building.
Rise and Resist organized the protest against U.S. President Donald Trump's policies.
Protesters criticized Trump's immigration policies, likening ICE to a repressive force.
Elaine Wong emphasized the need to protect vulnerable communities.
Michael Lent condemned Trump's actions as threats to democracy.

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Iran Protests Escalate

Protests in Iran have escalated after a violent crackdown, with Christian Nader Mohammadi killed in Babol and Zahra Arjomandi dying in Qeshm.
U.S. President Donald Trump suggested regime change in Iran could be beneficial.
He said he would address Iran's missile program and human rights issues in upcoming talks.
The USS Gerald R. Ford is deploying to the region amid threats of military action.

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New Yorkers Protest Trump

Hundreds of New Yorkers protested outside Trump Tower on Presidents' Day, with music and chants and participants displaying middle fingers toward the building.
Rise and Resist organized the protest against U.S. President Donald Trump's policies.
Protesters criticized Trump's immigration policies, likening ICE to a repressive force.
Elaine Wong emphasized the need to protect vulnerable communities.
Michael Lent condemned Trump's actions as threats to democracy.

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