Global “Hands Off!” Protests Target Trump, Musk in Fight for Democracy.

By: Appiah bani kenneth

In an unprecedented show of global solidarity, hundreds of thousands took to the streets on Saturday as part of the "Hands Off!" movement, a mass protest aimed at curbing what organizers describe as a “hostile takeover” of democracy by billionaires Donald Trump and Elon Musk.

From the heart of Washington, D.C., to the streets of London and Paris, protestors marched across all 50 U.S. states and in cities worldwide, voicing their resistance against the growing influence of the ultra-rich in politics and public life. Organised by a coalition of pro-democracy groups, the movement has drawn nearly 600,000 sign-ups online, with attendance figures reaching into the millions, according to organizers.

The demonstrators’ demands are as bold as the turnout: an end to billionaire interference in democratic institutions, the safeguarding of critical social programs such as Medicaid and Social Security, and the protection of marginalised communities disproportionately affected by policy rollbacks and economic inequality.

“People are waking up,” said Maya Rodriguez, one of the organisers of the New York City rally. “This isn’t just about Trump or Musk it’s about a system that has allowed the few to hijack the rights of the many.”

Protesters carried signs reading “Democracy Not for Sale,” “Billionaires Out of Politics,” and “Hands Off Our Rights,” as they marched through major cities including Los Angeles, Chicago, Berlin, and Toronto. In Washington, speakers called for legislation to limit corporate influence, strengthen public welfare programs, and ensure equal representation for all citizens.

The movement comes amid growing concerns over political donations from billionaires, privatization of public services, and the erosion of democratic norms. Critics argue that figures like Trump and Musk represent a broader trend of ultra-wealthy individuals consolidating economic and political power at the expense of public interest.

Internationally, solidarity protests reflected similar fears over wealth inequality and corporate dominance in governance. “We are here not just for America, but for every country struggling with plutocracy,” said Élodie Martin, a protestor in Paris. “The world is watching, and we’re all connected in this fight.”

As the “Hands Off!” movement continues to gain momentum, organizers promise more demonstrations, town halls, and campaigns aimed at reigniting democratic participation and pushing for systemic reform. While critics of the protest argue it unfairly targets successful entrepreneurs, supporters say the movement is not anti-wealth, but anti-exploitation.

“This is about accountability and equity,” said civil rights advocate Jamal Greene. “We’re fighting to ensure that no amount of money can outweigh the will of the people.”

Saturday’s protests may mark just the beginning of what activists hope will be a sustained campaign to rebalance power and restore the democratic ideals they believe are slipping away.

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