What did the colonists disagreed with being taxed by according to the declaration of independence?

The colonists disagreed with being taxed by the British Parliament without having representation in that governing body, famously encapsulated in the phrase "no taxation without representation." They believed that only their own colonial assemblies should have the authority to impose taxes on them. This lack of representation was seen as a violation of their rights and contributed to their desire for independence from British rule. The Declaration of Independence articulated these grievances as part of a broader struggle for self-governance and individual rights.