street protest photography

Composite image of protesters marching through Midtown Manhattan holding signs that read “Hands Off NYC,” “ICE Out of NY,” and a reference to 1984 during a large, peaceful demonstration opposing ICE enforcement and federal policies under Donald Trump.

Hands Off Protest Draws Thousands to Midtown Manhattan

Richard Scalzo2 weeks ago2 weeks ago015 mins

A large and peaceful demonstration formed in Midtown Manhattan around 1 p.m., beginning at the intersection of 60th Street and Fifth Avenue and quickly growing into one of the city’s most visible protest actions in recent days. Thousands of people gathered near the southeast corner of Central Park before moving south along Fifth Avenue, creating…

the No Kings Day protest and march on June 14, 2025, in New York City

Richard Scalzo8 months ago8 months ago0134 mins

On June 14, 2025, New York City streets came alive with peaceful energy, resilience, and solidarity as thousands marched in the “No Kings Day” protest. The demonstration, characterized by colorful banners, creative costumes, and spirited yet peaceful chants, aimed to spotlight resistance against perceived authoritarianism, fascism, and social injustices prevalent in contemporary American politics. Protestors…