Gainesville, United States - February 19, 2025 Around 300 protesters filled the downtown sidewalks of Gainesville on Presidents’ Day, voicing opposition to former President Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musk. Demonstrators gathered at the busy intersection of University Avenue and Main Street, holding signs and chanting their discontent with the current political landscape. The protest, captured in a video shared by Anthony Ray, host of the Dad, Can We Talk? podcast, showed activists occupying all four corners of the intersection. The demonstration, though supported by groups like Gainesville Women for Democracy, was largely grassroots, with many attendees learning about it through word of mouth and social media. Several local organizations, including North Central Florida Indivisible, helped spread awareness. The event was promoted as the Not My President Protest for Democracy, rallying around the slogan “We the people not we the billionaires.” Protesters voiced concerns over Trump’s actions since January 20, drawing a connection to Musk’s influence in politics and business. The demonstration reflected ongoing tensions as political movements continue to shape public discourse in Florida and beyond.