Congresswoman April McClain Delaney to Speak at Hagerstown “Hands Off!” Rally on April 5

A national movement pushing back against what organizers describe as a billionaire-led assault on public services will see a local presence in Hagerstown this weekend. The “Hands Off!” rally, one of over 1,200 scheduled across the country, will take place on the square in downtown Hagerstown from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 5. Congresswoman Delaney is scheduled to make an appearance and deliver remarks near the beginning of the event.

The Hagerstown rally is organized by Washington County Indivisible in partnership with members of the United Democrats of Washington County. The event is part of a broader national mobilization targeting what participants describe as sweeping attacks on government institutions, essential services, and democratic norms. Organizers say the “Hands Off!” movement was launched in response to efforts to dismantle federal programs such as Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid, while transferring wealth and power to billionaires and corporate interests.

Event planners have emphasized that the demonstrations are to be strictly nonviolent, with a focus on de-escalation and lawful behavior. Participants are expected to advocate for the protection of essential government services, consumer protections, and civil rights. According to rally materials, the protest also aims to raise awareness of what organizers are calling an “illegal takeover” of government functions by political and corporate elites.

In addition to Hagerstown, rallies are planned at state capitals, federal buildings, and major city centers nationwide. Organizers claim the movement is responding to policy actions they say harm working families, seniors, veterans, immigrants, and marginalized groups. Among the stated concerns are rollbacks to regulatory protections, reduced access to benefits, and rising economic inequality.

Article by multiple RFHC contributors, based upon information from information provided by Washington County Indivisible and the Hands Off! website.

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