NJ Governor Sherrill rallies against Trump's 'No Kings' policies

Thousands gather in Princeton to protest the President's authoritarian agenda

Mar. 29, 2026 at 8:00pm

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A solitary bronze statue of a person raising a fist in defiance, standing alone on an empty city street corner with warm sunlight and deep shadows, conveying the determined spirit of the 'No Kings' protest movement.A symbolic statue of resistance stands tall amid the growing 'No Kings' protests against perceived executive overreach.Princeton Today

New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill spoke at a large protest in Princeton on Saturday, championing the 'No Kings' message and condemning President Donald Trump's policies that demonstrators say undermine democratic norms and the rule of law.

Why it matters

The 'No Kings' rallies have become a nationwide movement against the Trump administration's perceived authoritarian tendencies, with protesters arguing the President is consolidating power and exceeding the bounds of his office.

The details

Addressing a crowd of thousands in Princeton, Governor Sherrill praised the demonstrators for standing up against what she called Trump's 'dangerous and un-American' agenda. Sherrill accused the President of repeatedly flouting checks on his authority and disregarding the separation of powers.

  • The 'No Kings' protest in Princeton took place on Saturday, March 28, 2026.

The players

Mikie Sherrill

The Democratic Governor of New Jersey, who has been a vocal critic of President Trump's policies.

Donald Trump

The 45th President of the United States, whose administration has faced widespread protests over allegations of authoritarianism and executive overreach.

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What they’re saying

“We must not allow one man to erode the very foundations of our democracy. The 'No Kings' movement stands for the principle that no person, not even the President, is above the law.”

— Mikie Sherrill, Governor of New Jersey

What’s next

The 'No Kings' protests are expected to continue across the country in the lead-up to the 2028 presidential election, as activists seek to maintain pressure on the Trump administration and champion democratic values.

The takeaway

The 'No Kings' rallies reflect the deep partisan divisions and growing concerns about the concentration of power in the executive branch under the Trump presidency. Governor Sherrill's participation underscores how this movement has become a rallying cry for those worried about the erosion of checks and balances.