Protestors across Long Island demonstrated against President Donald Trump's tariffs, with gatherings organized by the group Hands Off in multiple locations. Chants and honking horns filled the air as they voiced discontent. At the Port Jefferson Station protest, speakers like Judy Black from the North Brookhaven Democratic Club emphasized the need for government to represent the common citizen over the wealthy. Additionally, protestors expressed frustration towards Elon Musk for allegedly abandoning environmental supporters, showcasing a broader discontent with the current administration's policies and pace of action.
"The history of our country is to support its citizens, and that is what we are hoping will happen... These are peaceful protests across New York State, across Long Island, across the country..."
"The people who bought Teslas like myself, are people who all support the environment... somehow or another, he went off, whether it's a mental thing or whatever it might be, he went off to the crazy side."
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