Despite the reported sparse crowds for yesterday's inauguration, people did show up to Washington.
They just turned up the next day.
Today, according to multiple sources, women ( and men) came out in record-breaking numbers for the for the historical Women's March on Washington. This is the largest inaugural protest in U.S. history.
It's still too early to tally exact numbers, but according to the Associated Press, an estimated 500 thousand have already descended upon the National Mall.
Latest: Washington city official estimates turnout for Women's March at 500K - double the initial predictions. https://t.co/wLkwOjbPYL
— The Associated Press (@AP) January 21, 2017
"It's OFFICIAL #WomensMarchOnWashington is biggest inaugural protest in HISTORY. Sorry Mr. Trump, THIS is what a populist movement looks like" said one Twitter user.
People from all around the country joined together to protest against President Donald Trump and his new administration. Even celebrities are ditching a glitzy Sundance weekend to join the cause.
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