Protest

1,696 photos · 2008–2026

1,696 photographs tagged Protest, 2008–2026.

Protesters with IMPEACH signs outside Target Center in Minneapolis during Trump rally, 2019 — Protesters gathered outside the Target Center in downtown Minneapolis on October 10, 2019, to rally against then-President Donald Trump's campaign event. The "IMPEACH" sign prominently displayed reflects the political climate of the time, as the House of Representatives was initiating impeachment proceedings against Trump. Inside the venue, supporters of the President could be seen, highlighting the division surrounding the event. The Target Center, a multi-purpose arena, regularly hosts sporting events, concerts, and political rallies, serving as a significant public gathering space in the city.

Woman holds a protest sign reading “Trump: Read My Sign” in downtown Minneapolis. — A protestor holds a sign reading "TRUMP: READ MY SIGN" during a rally in Minneapolis on October 10, 2019. The event coincided with a campaign rally for then-President Donald Trump. Such protests often occur during presidential election cycles, reflecting public engagement with political discourse and policy debates. The sign's message directly addresses the president, suggesting a desire for engagement or a critique of his administration's policies or communication.

Protester holds a sign at the Target Center in Minneapolis reading “Trump is giving children PTSD.” — Protesters gathered outside the Target Center in Downtown Minneapolis on October 10, 2019, to voice their opposition to a rally held by then-President Donald Trump. The sign prominently displayed reads, "TRUMP is giving CHILDREN PTSD" and "REPUBLICANS: WHERE ARE YOUR FAMILY VALUES? RELEASE THE FAMILIES REUNITE NOW!!" This protest occurred during Trump's 2020 presidential campaign, reflecting significant public dissent regarding his administration's policies, particularly those concerning immigration and family separations at the U.S.-Mexico border.

Protesters holding anti-Trump signs on Nicollet Mall in Minneapolis during the MNPEACHMENT march — Thousands of Minnesotans gathered on Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis on October 10, 2019, for a protest against then-President Donald Trump. The event, known online as #MNPEACHMENT, was organized in opposition to Trump's policies and to call for his impeachment. The march originated near the Target Center, where Trump was holding a campaign rally, and proceeded through downtown under a significant police presence. This demonstration highlighted public dissent and political engagement in the city.

Minneapolis Target Field Station with officers on the platform beside a Green Line train and Prince mural. — Minneapolis Target Field Station with Prince Mural and Security. On October 10, 2019, Homeland Security officers were present at the Target Field light rail station in downtown Minneapolis. This increased security presence was in response to a major political rally held at the nearby arena, which prompted heightened security measures throughout the Warehouse District transit corridor. The station serves as a key transit hub, connecting light rail lines to the downtown area and surrounding neighborhoods.

Woman in a Trump 2020 hat sits in a downtown Minneapolis bar window during a 2019 rally. — A woman wearing a “Trump 2020” hat smiles from inside a downtown Minneapolis bar near the Target Center on October 10, 2019. The establishment, decorated with promotional posters for discounted beer and wings, became a temporary gathering spot for attendees arriving early to the president’s evening campaign rally. The 2019 visit marked a rare appearance by a sitting U.S. president in Minneapolis and drew both supporters and demonstrators into the city’s entertainment district, where security and anticipation heightened throughout the afternoon.

Minneapolis police officers on bicycles patrol near a downtown pub on a wet street. — Minneapolis police officers on bicycles patrol the downtown area near the Target Center on October 10, 2019. This patrol occurred as supporters and protesters gathered for a campaign event hosted by then-President Donald Trump. The Target Center is a multi-purpose arena that hosts sporting events, concerts, and other public gatherings, and its surrounding streets often become focal points for political rallies and demonstrations.

Minneapolis police in riot gear face protesters outside Target Center during a Trump rally in downtown Minneapolis. — Minneapolis police officers in riot gear formed a barricade on First Avenue outside the Target Center on October 10, 2019. They confronted protesters gathered for a campaign rally held by then-President Donald Trump. The rally drew thousands to downtown Minneapolis, prompting a significant law enforcement response. The police line separated demonstrators from attendees as tensions escalated.

Man wearing an Oath Keepers hat stands in downtown Minneapolis during a Trump rally protest. — A man wearing an Oath Keepers hat is seen amidst a crowd during a protest outside President Donald Trump’s campaign rally at the Target Center in downtown Minneapolis on October 10, 2019. The rally, which drew thousands of supporters and counter-protesters, filled Hennepin Avenue and was met with a significant police presence. The Oath Keepers, a far-right militia founded in 2009, is known for its anti-government stance and has been associated with armed protests, including the January 6, 2021, U.S. Capitol attack.

Protest sign reading "Russia Made Me Do It" and Trump cutout on a barricade outside Target Center in Minneapolis. — A protest sign reading "Russia Made Me Do It" and a cutout of Donald Trump's face, defaced with a Hitler-esque mustache, are displayed on a barricade outside the Target Center in Minneapolis. This display was part of protests on October 10, 2019, coinciding with Trump's campaign rally, his first visit to Minnesota since the Mueller report's release. Thousands gathered in the Warehouse District to voice opposition to the president's policies and rhetoric, under heavy police presence and national media attention.

Protesters outside Target Center in Minneapolis hold signs opposing a Trump rally. — Thousands of protesters gathered outside the Target Center in downtown Minneapolis on October 10, 2019, to oppose a Donald Trump campaign rally. Demonstrators voiced opposition to the administration's immigration policies and far-right extremism, with signs reading "Nazis Go Home – No Kids in Cages" and "Impeach Trump." This event represented a significant public display of dissent in the city during Trump's presidency.

Protesters in downtown Minneapolis hold a Free Hugs sign outside Target Center at night. — A "Free Hugs" sign is visible amidst a protest outside the Target Center in Minneapolis on October 10, 2019. The demonstration occurred concurrently with a Donald Trump campaign rally, drawing thousands of attendees who gathered to express opposition to the administration's policies. Despite the charged political climate, the presence of signs like "Free Hugs" and "Hate Has No Home Here" highlighted a desire for connection and solidarity among some participants.

Protesters outside Target Center in downtown Minneapolis during a Trump rally. — Protesters gathered outside the Target Center in downtown Minneapolis on October 10, 2019, to voice their opposition to a Trump campaign rally being held inside. The Target Center, a multi-purpose arena, hosts a variety of events including sports, concerts, and political rallies. This protest occurred during the 2020 presidential election cycle, reflecting the political divisions of the time. The signs held by the crowd express a range of sentiments, from direct criticism of the president to broader political statements.

Protesters holding signs gather in heavy rain during a Trump rally demonstration in downtown Minneapolis on October 10, 2019. — Protesters gathered near the Target Center in downtown Minneapolis on October 10, 2019, during a campaign rally for then-President Donald Trump.

Handwritten preservation messages taped to the boarded facade of the Fitzgerald Rooms building in Omaha, Nebraska. — The Fitzgerald Rooms building stands at 1624 in Omaha, its street-level windows boarded over with plywood. Handmade signs taped to the brick, reading "U Know U Want 2 Save Me!!" and "We Love You," ask that the building be spared from demolition.

Code Pink protesters with satirical effigies at the 2008 Republican National Convention in St. Paul, Minnesota. — Code Pink protesters demonstrated outside the 2008 Republican National Convention in St. Paul, using satirical effigies and banners to criticize government spending and military policy. The anti-war organization staged the protest during the convention held at the Xcel Energy Center, which drew demonstrations from multiple groups opposing the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.

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