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Thousands march in downtown Houston during another ‘No Kings’ protest

Protesters descended on Houston City Hall as part of the nationwide demonstration against President Donald Trump. Though dozens of law enforcement officers stood by, no arrests appeared to have been made.

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Protests are scheduled across the United States this Saturday, with more than 100 planned throughout Texas alone, as part of a “No Kings” demonstration against President Donald Trump’s administration.

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‘No Kings’ protest: What it means, where it’s happening in Houston area

According to organizers, the demonstrations have been purposefully scheduled to correspond with President Donald Trump’s military-themed parade set to take place in Washington, D.C. on Saturday. The parade will honor the 250th birthday of the U.S. Army as well as the 79th birthday of Trump.

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Protests planned in both Houston and Galveston this weekend will be part of a nationwide demonstration known as the 50501 Movement — a grassroots movement that has quickly spread since its inception online earlier this year.

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What is the 50501 movement and why are they protesting in Houston, Galveston

According to the 50501 website, there are over 680 protests and/or gatherings scheduled to take place nationwide this Saturday. 

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Contentious Montrose Boulevard project in Houston draws protest ahead of construction

The plan for the thoroughfare, which involved creating more space for cyclists and pedestrians, was changed after Mayor John Whitmire overhauled the local management board. Protesters spoke out against the changes Monday afternoon.

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Hundreds gather at Houston City Hall for Presidents Day protest

Demonstrators in Houston were part of a nationwide protest against the administration of President Donald Trump, who has issued executive orders aimed at cracking down on immigration to the U.S., ending DEI initiatives and reducing federal spending.

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Thousands march through West Houston to protest immigration policy changes

Demonstrators held up signs critical of President Donald Trump and displayed pride for their heritage, with most of them decorated in red, green and white — the colors of the Mexican flag.

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Ousted Houston ISD principals speak out, saying forced resignations were unwarranted

Several community protests have been staged in recent weeks after beloved principals and teachers were forced out by the administration of state-appointed superintendent Mike Miles.

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With shouts of “Mike Miles has got to go,” hundreds of Houston ISD parents protested Monday in response to widespread staff reductions tied to a budget shortfall and also performance-based terminations of well-liked teachers and principals.

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Houston ISD parents protest amid district-wide job cuts, campus leadership changes

Protesters outside Meyerland Performing and Visual Arts Middle School were particularly upset about the treatment of campus principal Auben Sarabia, who they say was given the option to resign or be terminated. Last year, Sarabia was selected as HISD's Middle School Principal of the Year.

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