In Georgia, protesters come out for Ukraine, against Trump

Atlanta saw multiple protests over the weekend, and more are planned in coming days.
Published: Mar. 3, 2025 at 4:26 AM EST

ATLANTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Atlanta saw multiple protests over the weekend.

People returned to downtown Atlanta on Sunday to show their support for Ukraine. Protesters are calling on the Trump administration to support Ukraine more and be less sympathetic to Russia.

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And there were several protests against President Donald Trump and his policies.

U.S. Rep. Hank Johnson organized a protest calling for Social Security administration job cuts – which include the closure of several offices in Georgia – to be reversed.

Then people gathered at Piedmont Park for what they called a “no king: protest. There’s another planned for Tuesday.

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And there’s a protest against Elon Musk – the billionaire appointed by Trump to lead government cost-cutting – scheduled for Monday.