Saru Jayaraman

Activists in Washington, D.C., held the Next250 rally on June 27, 2026, to counter President Donald Trump’s Freedom 250 programming. The event, organized by advocacy groups, featured demands for higher wages, stricter gun laws, and Palestinian statehood, with participants marching near the White House and carrying a 'Declaration of Interdependence.'

Protesters in Washington, D.C., held the Next250 rally on June 27, 2026, to counter the Trump administration’s Freedom 250 programming. The event featured a 'Declaration of Interdependence' and advocacy for causes like gun control, a $25 minimum wage, voting rights for the formerly incarcerated, and a Palestinian state. The rally included performances by the Morgan State University choir and hip-hop artist Alia Sharrief.

Protesters in Washington, D.C., held the Next250 rally on June 27, 2026, to counter President Donald Trump’s Freedom 250 programming celebrating the U.S. 250th anniversary. The event, organized by advocacy groups, featured a 'Declaration of Interdependence' and demands for policies like a $25 minimum wage, stricter gun laws, and Palestinian statehood.

Protesters in Washington, D.C., held the Next250 rally on June 27, 2026, to counter the Trump administration's Freedom 250 programming by advocating for policies like stricter gun laws, higher minimum wage, and universal voting rights. The event featured a 'Declaration of Interdependence' and performances, with organizers emphasizing unity around shared values.

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.

Hundreds gathered in Washington D.C.'s McPherson Square for a 'people-powered' event ahead of America's 250th anniversary, featuring speeches, music, and outreach efforts. Organizers from the Next 250 coalition emphasized unity and a 'Declaration of Interdependence,' culminating in a march past the White House with symbolic documents.

Protesters in Washington, D.C., held the Next250 rally to counter the Trump administration’s 250th anniversary programming, advocating for policies like stricter gun laws, a $25 minimum wage, and universal voting rights. The event featured a 'Declaration of Interdependence' and performances by the Morgan State University choir and hip-hop artist Alia Sharrief.

Protesters in Washington, D.C., held the Next250 rally on June 27, 2026, to counter President Donald Trump’s Freedom 250 programming. The event, organized by advocacy groups, featured a 'Declaration of Interdependence' and demands for policies including stricter gun laws, a $25 federal minimum wage, and universal voting rights for the formerly incarcerated.

Labor activists are pushing for a $25 federal minimum wage, citing an 'affordability crisis' that forces many Americans to work multiple jobs. The current federal minimum wage is $7.25 and has not changed since 2009. A national coalition of over 100 organizations, including teachers unions and progressive lawmakers, is supporting the wage hike.