Trump inauguration anniversary walkouts: here’s what to know

To mark the anniversary of Donald Trump's inauguration on January 20th, grassroots organizers, including the Women's March, are calling for a nationwide "Free America Walkout." Participants are encouraged to leave their workplaces, schools, and businesses at 2 PM local time to protest the administration's policies on issues like immigration, healthcare, and gender-affirming care. The aim is to demonstrate opposition by disrupting normal routines and withdrawing labor and commerce. Local groups are organizing various events, including rallies, mutual aid activities, and visits to elected officials' offices, tailored to their community's needs. Organizers hope the walkout will empower individuals and escalate the response to perceived attacks on rights and livelihoods, following a history of walkouts as a tool for activist movements. Over 600 events are planned across the United States.

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