The protests were linked to concerns over personal freedoms and government overreach. Mainly related to COVID-19 mandates and stay at home recommendations.
Supporters saw the movement as a grassroots stand for liberty against government overreach.
*edit the freedom convoy organised 3 years ago in 2022 as pointed out by commenter’s.
Whose rights are being taken away?
The US citizens being detained and deported by secret police.
The protesting students with green cards being deported for protesting.
Why don’t you read the responses to this same question in this thread genius?