300 rally in Batavia against Trump and Musk, saying their policies violate country’s values
Photos courtesy of Darlene Benton
BATAVIA – About 300 people were in a “Hands Off” rally today in Batavia, speaking out against polices from President Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musk, who heads the Department of Government Efficiency.
People held signs in protesting Trump and Musk’s steep cuts to government agencies and their effort to wipe out DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion). The signs state concerns about Social Security, public education, LGTBQ, veterans, women’s rights and other issues.
The rally is Batavia is one of about 1,200 across the country today and one of 60 in New York State.
The protestors included many from Orleans County. They were on both sides of Main Street from noon to 2 p.m.
