Another round of nationwide protests against President Donald Trump’s administration are planned in early May — including multiple rallies in Mississippi.
A coalition of advocacy groups are calling for mass mobilizations on International Workers’ Day, also known as “May Day.”
The May Day protests are the latest movement in a series of national demonstrations in opposition of the Trump policies and ongoing federal cuts that DOGE is making to government agencies under Elon Musk’s guidance.
Thus far in 2025, one group labeled as the 50501 Movement has organized five protests at the Mississippi State Capitol Building: on Feb. 5; President’s Day, Feb. 17; on March 4; on April 5; and again, on April 19. More than four hundred protesters attended the last two events.
Where are the protests in Mississippi? What time do they start?
Flyers provided to the Clarion Ledger show events are planned across Mississippi on May 1 in Jackson, Hernando, Tupelo and Hattiesburg. One event on May 4 is planned in Gulfport.
What issues are driving the ‘May Day’ protest?
The statewide mobilization aims to raise awareness about critical issues facing Mississippi workers such as low wages, lack of benefits and unsafe working conditions.
Organizers emphasized that investing in worker rights is not only a matter of social justice but also a crucial step towards building a stronger and more equitable economy for everyone in Mississippi.
“Mississippi’s workers are the backbone of our economy, and their rights deserve to be protected and championed,” 50501 Mississippi wrote in a press release. “MAY DAY STRONG is a chance for us to stand together, make our voices heard, and demand the respect and fair treatment that every worker deserves.”
How do I find other protests with the 50501 Movement?
The national 50501 Movement is active on Instagram, Reddit and Bluesky. The website is www.fiftyfifty.one.
Pam Dankins is the breaking news reporter for the Clarion Ledger. Email her at pdankins@gannett.com.
This article originally appeared on Mississippi Clarion Ledger: Where and when are Mississippi May Day protests against Trump, DOGE
