Politics & Government

Trump On Long Island Brings Out Supporters, Protesters Alike [Photos, Video]

Local residents gathered outside to show their support as well as their distaste for President Donald Trump.

BRENTWOOD, NY— Protesters and supporters of President Donald Trump gathered in Brentwood to voice their opinions while the nation's leader talks MS-13 gang violence on Long Island.

Supporters chanted "build the wall." One man with a megaphone yelled "hey, little man, go back home."

One sign read "respect the rule of law. Respect our president. Trump 2020!"

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In contrast, a field of protesters carrying their anti-Trump signs chanted "this is what democracy looks like."

One protester held a sign that read "repeal and replace Trump now."

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Check out the many videos and images of supporters and protesters outside Suffolk Community College below:

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Some images via Liuba Gretchen

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