Vermont
‘Hands Off’ protests against President Trump, Elon Musk planned across VT this weekend
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More than a thousand protests against President Donald Trump and Elon Musk’s policies are planned around the country Saturday, including several in Vermont.
Several grassroots organizations are coordinating the rallies, which are called “Hands Off!” The organizers say the mobilization is in protest of what they call “the most brazen power grab in modern history.”
They come days after Trump imposed tariffs on imports from all countries. Similar protests have been held around the country since January.
In Vermont, rallies are planned in Burlington, Montpelier and more.
What is the ‘Hands Off’ protest?
The April 5 rallies are in protest of a slew of Trump’s actions, including Social Security, Medicare and immigration policies, according to the protest’s website.
Several groups are co-sponsoring the “Hands Off” protests, including 50501, Indivisible and Women’s March.
“Trump, Musk, and their billionaire cronies are orchestrating an all-out assault on our government, our economy, and our basic rights—enabled by Congress every step of the way,” the website says.
‘Hands Off’ protests in VT include one in Burlington
There are more than a dozen “Hands Off” protests planned around Vermont for Saturday.
In Burlington, a rally is planned from noon to 2 p.m. at Burlington City Hall.
Here are the other areas taking part:
Melina Khan is a trending reporter for the USA TODAY Network – New England, which serves more than a dozen affiliated publications across New England. She can be reached at MKhan@gannett.com.