Thousands of demonstrators crowded the streets around the San Luis Obispo Courthouse on Saturday to resist President Donald Trump, his administration and their efforts against federal courts.
Protesters march in front of the San Luis Obispo County Courthouse on April 5. The protest – hosted by the organization “Hands Off!” – sparked nation-wide support against the political action of President Donald Trump. Credit: Angel Corzo | Mustang NewsProtesters watch as guest speakers take the stage outside the San Luis Obispo County Courthouse on Saturday, April 5. Angel Corzo | Mustang News
Protesters began the afternoon listening to a set of guest speakers, including Congressman Salud Carbajal and Assemblymember Dawn Addis.
Demonstrators flood Monterey Street outside of the San Luis Obispo County Courthouse on Saturday, April 5. Angel Corzo | Mustang NewsProtesters observe the guest speakers in front of the San Luis Obispo County Courthouse on Saturday, April 5. Angel Corzo | Mustang NewsPeople gather along the sidewalk of Santa Rosa Street in protest of the Trump Administration on April 5 in San Luis Obispo. Angel Corzo | Mustang News
Once the speakers wrapped up, people started demonstrating around the courthouse to form a “human shield.” Protesters along Santa Rosa Street were met with many honks of solidarity from passing cars.
(Left to right) Students Meghana Kolar, Declan Swan, Caitlyn Headley, Jolie Davis, Anna Morello, Isis Sten and Talia Murtos display their signs along Santa Rosa Street on Saturday, April 5 in San Luis Obispo, Calif. Angel Corzo | Mustang NewsPassengers hold signs outside of their car on Santa Rosa Street on April 5 in San Luis Obispo. Angel Corzo | Mustang NewsDemonstrators shout chants on the steps of the San Luis Obispo County Courthouse on April 5. Angel Corzo | Mustang News
On the opposite side of the courthouse facing Osos Street, demonstrators repeated chants.
(Left to right) Geneva Lindsley, Piper Mamis, Lauryn Webenbauer and Sage chant outside the San Luis Obispo County Courthouse on April 5. Angel Corzo | Mustang NewsA piñata of Donald Trump outside the San Luis Obispo County Courthouse on April 5. Angel Corzo | Mustang News
Angel Corzo is a journalism major with a concentration in news writing. As a data and investigations reporter for The Hill, he is driven by stories that focus on accountability and human interest. He hopes...
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