06-02-2025
Anti-Trump protest held in Beckley
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — In conjunction with other protests taking place across the country, a group of people hit the streets of Beckley to hold their own protest against policies put forth by the Trump administration.
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Across the country, at every state capital, protests were held to oppose what protesters are calling fascism.
Part of the 50501 Movement, the protests are geared toward opposing 'Project 2025' as those involved declared equal liberty. That is according to the 50 Protests website.
The protesters in Beckley stood at the intersection of Robert C. Byrd Drive and Neville Street with their signs.
Kris Kincade, one of the organizers of the Beckley protest, said she believes what the Trump White House is doing is unconstitutional.
'The fact that he is taking away American citizen's rights. You know, we have certain rights when we're born in America, and he is challenging that which means he is challenging our Constitution, and I think we as Americans need to stand up against that,' said Kincade.
Kincade said they want to show other West Virginians that they are not okay with what is happening and that others who feel that way as well are not alone.
She said that she does not believe in the direction the government is going right now.
'Not only that, but they're forming an oligarchy. We have some of the most rich people in America taking over every aspect of our government. Is that the kind of government we want to have? Do you think that works for the average American person?' said Kincade.
Kincade said their mission is to bring awareness to the changes happening in our government and to make people pay attention in order to stand up and defend their equality.
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West Virginia was a red state during the presidential election, showing a wide support for President Trump across the area.
59News reached out to the Raleigh County Republican executive committee for comment, but they declined to give one at this time.
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