South Floridians joined thousands of people Thursday at more than 1,600 locations across the country to protest against President Donald Trump’s controversial policies.

The protests are taking place on the fifth anniversary of the death of civil rights icon John Lewis. The former congressman coined the phrase "good trouble" to describe peaceful protests challenging civil rights infringements, and organizers say the upcoming demonstrations will carry on this legacy.

More than two dozen protests were planned across Arizona to honor the late Rep. John Lewis, a longtime civil rights leader.

Follow along for real-time updates, photos and on-the-ground reporting from 'Good Trouble Lives On' demonstrations across Palm Beach County.

Over 100 protestors gathered at the Missouri State Capitol on Thursday. Their reason: to partake in the John Lewis National Day of Action. This day is dedicated to commemorating the legacy of longtime Georgia Congressman John Lewis,

Under the banner of " Good Trouble ," thousands are gathering across the country to protest against the Trump Administration. “We’re taking action across the country to defend our democracy,” reads a statement on the Good Trouble website.

Two events in West Palm and others near Boynton and Delray Beach will protest Trump's policies and honor the late John Lewis.