Protesters in D.C. rally for priorities to counter Trump’s 250th anniversary programming

Protesters in Washington, D.C., held the Next250 rally on June 27, 2026, to counter the Trump administration’s Freedom 250 programming and advocate for issues like gun control, higher wages, and Palestinian statehood. The event featured a march toward the White House, where President Trump was present, and included performances and a 'Declaration of Interdependence' symbolizing unity.