As Donald Trump was sworn into office as the 45th president of the United States Friday afternoon, the country erupted in anti-Trump sentiments. Gainesville was one such city to take part in these protests. Local organizations, University of Florida students and community members participated in various demonstrations to express their opposition – and support – of the new commander in chief.
One such movement was the UF Student Walkout, an anti-Trump march that began on campus, traveled down University Avenue and concluded at City Hall. There the "People's Inauguration", a rally organized by Gainesville City of Resistance was taking place. Starting at noon, the event carried throughout the day into the evening and featured dozens of speakers, performers, local organizations and protesters. The event not only served as a platform for anti-Trump protests, but was a resistance movement calling for citizens to take action in order to enact equality, acceptance, community and peace.