A group of protesters have made their way to Columbus Sunday afternoon.

Several dozen people were outside of the Statehouse around 1 p.m., some armed with rifles, according to our NBC affiliate WCMH.

One of the armed men at the protest introduced himself to a reporter and said the gathering is a 'Unity Rally' and all are welcome.

The state has been preparing for the last week for potential protests.

The Associated Press is reporting that protests are also taking place in Michigan and South Carolina Sunday afternoon.