Impeach Trump Rally Set For Princeton Tuesday

PRINCETON, NJ — Organizers are planning a #NotAboveTheLaw rally in Hinds Plaze in Princeton for Tuesday, Dec. 17. Princeton Police have already sent out an alert warning locals of possible road closures due to the demonstration.

The rally is among several being planned across New Jersey. According to Impeach.org, more than 550 events across all 50 states are scheduled.

The Princeton rally will be held at 5:30 p.m. at 65 Witherspoon St. in Princeton.

"Join us in the streets... to demand Congress Impeach and Remove this lawless president!" the organizers of the Princeton rally said.

As a result of the demonstration Princeton Police sent out an alert to drivers warning of the possible impact it may have through the Central Business District between 5 and 6:30 p.m.

"If there is an overflow crowd Witherspoon Street will be closed between Wiggins/Paul Robeson Street and Nassau Street to through traffic. In addition, Hulfish Street may be closed from Witherspoon Street to Palmer Square East," police said.

Traffic turning off of Nassau Street to head north on Witherspoon Street will be allowed but will be detoured down Spring Street.

Those attending the event are asked to park in a garage or a distance from the event as there may be closures in place if crowds show up early. For parking information click here.

Police will send a follow-up alert is they end up closing the street.

Last week, the divided House Judiciary Committee passed two articles of impeachment against President Donald Trump, voting along party lines to approve accusations that he abused the power of his office and obstructed Congress in an attempt to rig the 2020 election.

The president has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing and has heaped scorn on the possibility of being impeached, calling it a "hoax."

Trump's campaign team has claimed the impeachment proceedings have actually helped the president with his 2020 campaign by "igniting a flame" under his supporters.

• See related article: Trump Impeachment Articles Approved By House Panel

With a key vote and other impeachment proceedings expected to take place this week, supporters of impeaching Trump are planning a national day of rallies on Dec. 17.

For a full list of all of the New Jersey rallies click here.

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