Liberal activists across the country took to the streets again on Saturday, this time under the guise of protecting “democracy,” but with a clear intent to undermine the Trump administration’s efforts.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio issued a sharp warning to foreign nationals concerned about travel to the U.S., making it clear that those with peaceful intentions have nothing to fear—unless they plan to support Hamas or stir domestic unrest. Speaking at NATO headquarters in Brussels on Friday, Rubio responded to a question about heightened deportation measures under President Donald Trump’s January executive order.
Progressive activists and Democrat lawmakers will join forces in cities across all 50 states on Saturday, April 5, for a coordinated day of protests targeting former President Donald Trump and entrepreneur Elon Musk. Dubbed the “Hands Off” movement, the event accuses Trump and Musk of seeking control over key government programs and civil liberties.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio voiced concern on Friday regarding ongoing protests against Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, calling the violence “disturbing” and confirming he discussed the situation with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan. Rubio’s comments come amid escalating unrest following the arrest of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu, Erdoğan’s main political rival, on corruption charges widely viewed as politically motivated.
A group of over 30 pro-Palestinian agitators who set up a Gaza encampment at UCLA last April are suing the university, alleging their civil rights were violated during violent clashes with a pro-Israel counter-protest group. The lawsuit also claims wrongful arrest and excessive use of force by police.
Protests intensified across Turkey on Friday following the arrest of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, with demonstrators clashing with police in major cities, including Izmir, Istanbul, and Ankara. Thousands took to the streets despite bans on public demonstrations, highlighting growing unrest over what many see as politically motivated charges against the opposition leader.
Israeli actress Gal Gadot’s Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony was disrupted by anti-Israel protesters on Tuesday. About two dozen demonstrators arrived with Palestinian flags just moments before the ceremony was scheduled to begin. Despite their attempts to disrupt the event, Gadot received her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, a prestigious honor for actors and actresses worldwide.
Fox News host Charlie Hurt dismissed protests by government bureaucrats against the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) as ineffective in turning American voters against President Donald Trump. Speaking on “Fox & Friends Weekend” Thursday, Hurt argued that public opposition to cuts in government spending is limited to those benefiting directly from it.
