The gatherings invoked the Civil Rights leader’s memory while offering another venue for groups protesting the Trump administration this year.

Demonstrators have taken to the streets across multiple states on Thursday to protest President Donald Trump’s Administration in a day of action honoring the late civil rights icon Rep. John Lewis, with more events planned across the country in the evening.

It is the latest in coordinated protests against the policies of the Trump administration

Demonstrators gathered at Rice Park to again raise their voices and cause some "good trouble" by protesting Trump administration actions they view as attacks on civil rights and human rights.

Republican Chair Keith Brin said in a text Friday that Trump’s legislation and actions were part of the fulfillment of campaign promises.

Titled "Good Trouble Lives On," organizers said the rallies will take place all over the country on National John Lewis Day of Action. According to organizers, the rallies are also in honor of the legacy of the late Congressman, who often called on his supporters to make "good trouble, necessary trouble."

These reductions will create real challenges for all health systems, including ours,” said Mary Mannix, President and CEO of Augusta Health.