Hands Off 2025 Protest Planned For Saturday In Evanston

EVANSTON, IL — Protests are planned in the Chicagoland area, including in Evanston, Saturday as part of the nationwide "Hands Off" movement

The protest will take place from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. at Fountain Square in Evanston. Protest organizers said they oppose recent actions of President Donald Trump and Tesla CEO Elon Musk.

"They want to strip America for parts—shuttering Social Security offices, firing essential workers, eliminating consumer protections, and gutting Medicaid—all to bankroll their billionaire tax scam. They’re handing over our tax dollars, our public services, and our democracy to the ultra-rich," the Hands Off 2025 website reads.

Last week, protestors took to the streets in the Chicaogalnd area as part of the "Tesla Takedown" movement specifically opposing Musk. Musk, CEO of Tesla, has been drawing the ire of many Americans since joining President Donald Trump's administration in January.

Organizers of the hands Off protests asked attendees to participate non-violently and de-escalate any arguments that may occur.

"A core principle behind Hands Off! is a commitment to nonviolent action. We expect all participants to seek to de-escalate any potential confrontation with those who disagree with our values, and to act
lawfully at these events," the Hands Off 2025 website reads.

For more information about the action, visit the Hands Off 2025 website.