Demonstrations & disruption: There's plenty of frustration over protests in downtown Milwaukee

MILWAUKEE -- Demonstrations and disruption. A Milwaukee alderman wants stricter police enforcement when protesters hit the streets.

Hundreds of people walked through the streets to protest the results of Tuesday's presidential election. The protest started at ended at Red Arrow Park -- across the street from City Hall.

The rally of protesters happened during the evening commute. The massive presence slowed down drivers -- especially those heading to the Milwaukee Bucks game. Police had to anticipate the crowd's moves -- and blocked streets within a block radius along the route.

Alderman Bob Donovan wanted police to take more action. He said the demonstrators did not have a permit -- and should have been arrested for not obeying the law.

"I think it's important police set the score right from the start. If you don't have a permit, people will be arrested if you go out into the street. That message needs to be sent," Donovan said.

Mayor Tom Barrett said he wishes people channeled their frustrations earlier -- and differently.

"The election was Tuesday and I would have loved to see that many people out on Tuesday getting more voters to the polls," Barrett said.

Police say they monitored the crowd and allowed people to gather and demonstrate. They kept them safe while they demonstrated.

As for any arrests or citations issued for future protests without a permit, police say that has not yet been determined.

Complete statement issued by Ald. Bob Donovan