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'This is about humanity': Protesters rally at SC State House against Project 2025
by Marsharia Adams
Thu, February 6th 2025 at 7:58 PMUpdated Thu, February 6th 2025 at 10:31 AM
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Demonstrations against Project 2025 erupt in all 50 states, citing moral duty
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COLUMBIA, S.C. (WACH) — Hundreds of protesters gathered outside the State House on Wednesday afternoon to voice their opposition to what has become known as Project 2025, a political movement gaining traction in the United States.
While the movement is tied to conservative agendas, its association with former President Donald Trump has sparked controversy. Despite this, Trump has repeatedly denied involvement in the creation of the plan. The protesters, many from diverse backgrounds, made it clear that their concerns go beyond politics—they believe their actions are driven by a moral duty to protect the future of the country.
Among the crowd, Malik Nash, a rally participant, stated, “This is not about politics, this is about humanity.” His sentiment echoed throughout the afternoon as dozens of protesters took a stand just outside the State House, where lawmakers were in session a few hundred feet away. The demonstrators were calling for state lawmakers to take action against the policies associated with the Project 2025 movement, urging them to intervene before it’s too late.
“This is about my children,” Nash continued, “I see what's happening in this country. I see a coup happening, and someone who was not elected to run our country has taken over our country, and I cannot stand by and let that happen.”
Brooklyn Brown, another protester, shared her personal journey to activism: “It wasn't until I got a little bit older that I realized how red legislation really does affect people. Now that I can make my own decisions, I’m here today to protest for change.”
Project 2025 is a policy agenda linked to the conservative think tank, the Heritage Foundation. Its focus is on shifting power from the federal government to individual states, which has drawn both support and criticism. Key elements of the agenda include securing the U.S. border, reducing the influence of the federal Department of Education, and banning biological males from participating in women’s sports.
As the movement continues to gain momentum, it has faced backlash due to its association with former President Trump, despite his denials of involvement in its formation. Critics worry about the impact of the agenda on the nation’s future if it is fully implemented.
Dave Wilson, a Republican strategist, spoke to the ongoing debate surrounding Project 2025. “While some elements of the project align with the Heritage Foundation’s conservative vision, the reality is that the majority of Americans voted for Donald Trump. They wanted him to continue his presidency for four more years, and that's what they got,” Wilson said.
Protesters remain concerned about the consequences of President Trump advancing the agenda laid out in Project 2025, especially in light of his ongoing influence over the political landscape.
WACH Fox News reached out to South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster, a vocal supporter of Trump, for his perspective on the situation. “I haven’t seen him push that agenda, and I’m not sure what’s in it,” Governor McMaster stated. “But everything President Trump said he was going to do, he’s doing. So, look at that if you want to know what’s on his mind.”
The governor also expressed respect for the right of protesters to voice their concerns. “I understand that protests were organized in all fifty states, and I think it’s good when people behave themselves and protest in a respectful manner,” McMaster added.
Wednesday’s protests weren’t isolated to South Carolina. Demonstrations took place in all 50 states, as people across the country voiced their opposition to what they see as an increasingly authoritarian political agenda.