Protest in Tacoma on Trump’s Inauguration Day: Key Demands and Reactions
Hundreds of people gathered in Tacoma on January 20, 2025, to protest Donald Trump’s inauguration for a second term as President. Organized by a coalition of nearly 20 advocacy groups, the rally titled “End the Attacks on the People!” took place at Firefighter’s Park before proceeding to the federal courthouse. Protesters voiced their opposition to what they described as “fascist attacks” under Trump’s administration, targeting marginalized communities and civil rights.
Top Demands Raised by Tacoma Protesters
The event emphasized six key issues:
- Stop deportations and provide protection for undocumented immigrants.
- Ensure abortion rights and access to reproductive health services.
- Advocate for Palestinian rights and implement an arms embargo against Israel.
- Defend LGBTQ+ rights, focusing on safeguarding transgender individuals.
- Protect the environment, including a ban on new fossil fuel drilling projects.
- Uphold Indigenous sovereignty and respect treaty rights.
Background: Nationwide Movement Against Trump
The Tacoma protest was part of a broader wave of nationwide demonstrations opposing Trump’s policies. Days earlier, thousands had gathered in Washington, D.C., for the “People’s March” to advocate for reproductive rights, environmental protection, and social justice. While the Tacoma event was smaller, it carried a strong local focus on community issues and solidarity.
A Community-Driven Effort
Local organizations such as the Climate Alliance of the South Sound, Tacoma Democratic Socialists of America, and La Resistencia played a significant role in mobilizing participants. The peaceful protest highlighted collective action as a means to resist policies perceived as harmful to marginalized groups.
Comparisons With D.C. Protests
- Tacoma: Focused on community-driven demands, with hundreds participating in a peaceful march.
- Washington, D.C.: Larger in scale, with thousands gathering to oppose Trump’s policies at the national level.
This event underscores the determination of advocacy groups in Tacoma to address pressing local and global issues through collective action.
Source : KOMO News.