31 Jul 2019 | 12:22 PM UTC
US: Protest scheduled in Cincinnati on August 1
Protest scheduled near Trump campaign rally in Cincinnati August 1; heightened security measures expected
Event
Opposition groups are scheduled to protest in Cincinnati (Ohio) on Thursday, August 1, nearby a campaign rally by President Donald Trump and Vice President Mike Pence.
Organizers have promised a peaceful protest, under the banner 'We Stand Together,' and are scheduled to begin at 18:00 (local time) at the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center. The campaign rally will take place at U.S. Bank Arena and will begin at 19:00.
Heightened security measures and associated traffic disruptions are expected. Counter-protests by the rally's supporters are possible.
Advice
Individuals in Cincinnati are advised to monitor the situation, avoid all public demonstrations as a precaution, anticipate localized disruptions, and adhere to instructions issued by local authorities.