The threats against President Donald Trump have persisted even after his historic return to office, going as far as bringing a guillotine to the protests in Washington DC.
On Monday, Trump delivered a landmark inaugural address, outlining his vision to reverse the policies of his predecessor, Joe Biden.
In his speech, Trump pledged to restore America’s global standing and reinvigorate its values of greatness and freedom.
A guillotine has arrived at the anti-Trump protest in DC pic.twitter.com/WothLWKfNF
— Kassy Akiva (@KassyAkiva) January 20, 2025
His swearing-in marked a significant moment in U.S. history, making him the first individual to serve two non-consecutive presidential terms since Grover Cleveland in the late 19th century.
While much of the Capitol celebrated this historic moment, anti-Trump demonstrations in Washington, D.C., painted a darker picture.
Journalist Kassy Akiva captured footage of a small protest where demonstrators displayed a guillotine, a stark and provocative symbol. Protesters also waved flags representing LGBTQ+ pride, Palestine, and anarchism, underscoring the diverse grievances among the group.
The disturbing display recalls recent threats against Trump’s life. In July, an assailant narrowly missed assassinating him in Pennsylvania, and in September, another individual attempted an attack at Trump’s