Chicago protest: Protesters block downtown streets on President Donald Trump Inauguration, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day | LIVE
Share and Follow

CHICAGO (WLS) — WARNING: Some explicit language may be visible

Protesters are blocking streets downtown Chicago Monday afternoon, on Inauguration Day and Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

There is a Chicago protest Monday. Protesters blocked downtown streets on President Donald Trump Inauguration and Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

Various groups said they would join in protests Monday, and try to converge on Trump Tower.

ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watch

Protesters blocked part of State Street outside the ABC7 Chicago studio about 12:45 p.m.

Trump inauguration live updates: Trumps bid farewell to Bidens at Capitol

They later moved to Wacker Drive.

Chicago police did not appear to allow some protesters to get too close to Trump Tower.

Over 50 organizations said they were participating in the march, citing issues like the Israel-Hamas war, U.S. immigration, poverty, housing inequality, racism, reproductive rights and education inequality.

One group said they would begin at Water Tower Park before marching south. The other group gathered at Federal Plaza before marching north.

This is a developing story; check back with ABC7 Chicago for updates.

Copyright © 2025 WLS-TV. All Rights Reserved.

Share and Follow
You May Also Like
Video shows wild neighborhood street takeover as violent mob pummels couple, burns truck

Shocking Video Captures Mob Assault on Couple and Truck Set Ablaze During Neighborhood Street Takeover

A shocking incident unfolded over the weekend in New York City, where…
Airlines pull Venezuela flights amid safety warning, as Trump ratchets up pressure on Maduro

Major Airlines Halt Venezuela Flights Following Safety Concerns and Increased U.S. Pressure on Maduro Government

Several leading airlines have halted their flights to Venezuela in response to…
Epstein file dam bursts as Trump demands full dump of grand jury stash

Trump Urges Complete Release of Epstein Grand Jury Files Amid Growing Controversy

The Justice Department has formally requested that New York judges release documents…
Chicago public schools blow millions on travel expenses while students can't read at grade level

Shocking: Chicago Schools Spend Millions on Travel Amidst Literacy Crisis

An incisive investigation by the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) Office of Inspector…
Cops swarm Epstein records vault after ‘cover-up’ claims, online protest chatter light up the web: report

Explosive Claims Ignite Online Frenzy: Police Raid Epstein Records Vault Amid Cover-Up Allegations

Legal panel discusses next steps in Epstein case Shannon Bream recently convened…
Senate Democrats ask Hegseth, Bondi to declassify DOJ memo on drug boat strikes

Senate Democrats Urge Hegseth and Bondi to Declassify DOJ Memo on Drug Vessel Interceptions

(The Hill) – Senate Democrats are pressing Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and…
Michelle Obama sparks Ozempic weight loss rumors

Michelle Obama Fuels Speculation on Ozempic’s Role in Her Weight Loss Journey

Michelle Obama recently unveiled a daring and apparently more slender appearance in…
Princess Diana revealed this ‘regret’ about Prince William, Prince Harry before her death

Princess Diana’s Heartfelt Regret: A Revelation About Prince William and Prince Harry

Just days before her tragic passing, Princess Diana privately shared a regret…