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20,000 March in NYC to Oppose Trump Policies

3/28/2026

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New Yorkers March Against Trump

Thousands of New Yorkers will participate in the No Kings marches Saturday to oppose U.S. President Donald Trump and his policies.
The Midtown Manhattan rally is expected to draw at least 20,000 attendees and will feature Robert De Niro and Reverend Al Sharpton.
Protests began after congestion pricing remarks by the administration.
The NYPD plans to ensure safety during the event.
Additional demonstrations are scheduled across the city and beyond.

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Mamdani Criticizes ICE

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrested Bryan David Tasiguano Leon, an Ecuadorian gang member and Latin Kings affiliate, after his release by New York City authorities despite posing a public safety risk.
Leon had prior arrests for assault and family neglect.
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani criticized ICE as "rogue" and "reckless" and called for its abolition amid concerns about illegal immigration and public safety.

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Lander Demands ICE Reform

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) faces backlash after a lawyer revealed the agency provided false information to justify mass arrests at immigration courts.
The claim, part of a New York Civil Liberties Union lawsuit, indicates ICE lacked legal grounds for these actions.
Former New York City Comptroller Brad Lander called for an immediate halt to courthouse arrests, while NYC officials seek a dedicated agency to support immigrant communities amid rising federal enforcement.

History

Historical Context

The No Kings marches in New York City in 2019, which attracted over 20,000 participants, protested President Trump's immigration policies and ICE's controversial mass arrests. This movement echoes historical protests, such as the 1968 Chicago demonstrations against the Vietnam War, highlighting ongoing tensions in the U.S. surrounding immigration policy and civil rights, reflecting a broader resistance against perceived government injustices.

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New Yorkers March Against Trump

Thousands of New Yorkers will participate in the No Kings marches Saturday to oppose U.S. President Donald Trump and his policies.
The Midtown Manhattan rally is expected to draw at least 20,000 attendees and will feature Robert De Niro and Reverend Al Sharpton.
Protests began after congestion pricing remarks by the administration.
The NYPD plans to ensure safety during the event.
Additional demonstrations are scheduled across the city and beyond.

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