29-04-2025
Next wave of anti-Trump, anti DOGE protests coming to MS on May Day. What to know
Another round of nationwide protests against President Donald Trump's administration are planned in early May — including multiple rallies in Mississippi.
A coalition of advocacy groups are calling for mass mobilizations on International Workers' Day, also known as "May Day."
The May Day protests are the latest movement in a series of national demonstrations in opposition of the Trump policies and ongoing federal cuts that DOGE is making to government agencies under Elon Musk's guidance.
Thus far in 2025, one group labeled as the 50501 Movement has organized five protests at the Mississippi State Capitol Building: on Feb. 5; President's Day, Feb. 17; on March 4; on April 5; and again, on April 19. More than four hundred protesters attended the last two events.
Flyers provided to the Clarion Ledger show events are planned across Mississippi on May 1 in Jackson, Hernando, Tupelo and Hattiesburg. One event on May 4 is planned in Gulfport.
Jackson: Noon on May 1, at the southside of the Mississippi State Capitol Building on 400 High St.
Hernando: noon-1 p.m. on May 1, at the corner of Highway 51 South and Commerce St. near the DeSoto County Courthouse
Tupelo: 4:30-6 p.m. on May 1, Indivisible Northeast Mississippi will have an event at Tupelo Fairpark located around 71 Troy St.
Hattiesburg: 5-7 p.m. on May 1, on the steps of Hattiesburg City Hall on 200 Forrest St.
Gulfport: 4-6 p.m. on May 4, at the Jones Park located on 805 20th Ave.
The statewide mobilization aims to raise awareness about critical issues facing Mississippi workers such as low wages, lack of benefits and unsafe working conditions.
Organizers emphasized that investing in worker rights is not only a matter of social justice but also a crucial step towards building a stronger and more equitable economy for everyone in Mississippi.
"Mississippi's workers are the backbone of our economy, and their rights deserve to be protected and championed," 50501 Mississippi wrote in a press release. "MAY DAY STRONG is a chance for us to stand together, make our voices heard, and demand the respect and fair treatment that every worker deserves."
The national 50501 Movement is active on Instagram, Reddit and Bluesky. The website is
Pam Dankins is the breaking news reporter for the Clarion Ledger. Email her at pdankins@
This article originally appeared on Mississippi Clarion Ledger: Where and when are Mississippi May Day protests against Trump, DOGE
