Turnout for July 26 Families First protests against Trump’s ‘big beautiful bill’ and Medicaid cuts expected in all 50 states: What to know

On July 26, tens of thousands of people, including families, are expected to participate in Families First protests and rallies across the US, opposing the Trump administration's policies. These policies include environmental protection reversals, massive Medicaid cuts, and the White House's immigration policy, which has led to ICE raids and arrests. Thousands of people, including parents, grandparents, immigrants, caregivers, children, and religious leaders, will gather in peaceful demonstrations in all 50 states. Major events are scheduled in Washington, D.C., Tucson, Arizona, and Chicago. The protests aim to raise awareness about the need for healthcare, safety, food, education, and climate action to protect children and families in the US. The events will include family-friendly rallies, youth art-making fairs, teach-ins, canned-food drives, and community events. The protests are expected to include people from all walks of life, including struggling middle-class families, retirees, teachers, and government workers. The events are being organized by a coalition of over 75 organizations, led by groups such as the National Domestic Workers Alliance, MoveOn, and Planned Parenthood. A full list of coalition partners and scheduled events is available on the Families First Now website. The protests aim to show that families come first and that people will continue to support each other in the face of these policies.