Protests against Donald Trump erupted across the globe on his inauguration day, drawing crowds in cities such as Brussels, Panama City, New York, London, and Washington DC. Demonstrators took to the streets to voice their opposition to Trump's policies and actions as president. Though largely peaceful, some protests turned violent, with incidents of flag burning and piñata destruction. The protests were organized by a variety of groups, including anti-Trump activists and left-wing organizations, and garnered significant media attention worldwide.
In Panama City, Panama, protesters made headlines by burning American flags. The demonstration in Panama was one of several global protests reflecting widespread disapproval of Trump's presidency. Meanwhile, in New York, a protester shouted slogans condemning Trump's policies, while another offered a hopeful message amidst the demonstrations. These actions were part of a broader movement against Trump's administration.
In London, throngs of people gathered to protest, many wearing anti-Trump paraphernalia. The British capital saw one of the largest demonstrations outside the United States, reflecting international concern over Trump’s leadership. In Washington DC, crowds assembled to protest the president as a counter-protester stood up against the Proud Boys who had gathered during the inauguration.
Mexico City witnessed a symbolic demonstration where a woman hit a piñata depicting Donald Trump outside the US embassy. Alongside this act, demonstrators held a Mexican flag next to a burning piñata, expressing their dissatisfaction with Trump's policies towards Mexico. This protest was part of a series of events that turned violent with the destruction of symbols associated with Trump's presidency.
The widespread protests were not limited to any single country but spanned multiple continents, highlighting the global nature of the opposition to Trump. These protests were primarily peaceful but included instances of violence such as flag and piñata burning. Organized by various groups, these demonstrations received substantial media coverage, with numerous photos and videos circulating on social media platforms.