How did American colonist react to British taxes?

American colonists responded to British taxes with widespread resistance and protest, believing the taxes were unjust due to a lack of representation in Parliament. They organized boycotts of British goods, formed groups like the Sons of Liberty, and held protests, most famously the Boston Tea Party in 1773. These actions escalated tensions between the colonies and Britain, ultimately contributing to the outbreak of the American Revolution. The rallying cry of "no taxation without representation" became a central theme in their opposition.