Thousands Protest Across US in 'No Kings' Rallies

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More than 3,000 'No Kings' demonstrations are scheduled across the country on Saturday to condemn an array of President Trump's policies and to express general discontent toward the president, whom the protesters view as acting like a monarch. The events have been organized by national and local progressive groups and are meant to unite people with various grievances about the federal government.

Why it matters

The 'No Kings' protests reflect growing public discontent with the Trump administration and are seen as a way for citizens to voice their opposition to the president's policies and perceived overreach of power. The demonstrations come as Trump's approval ratings hover around 40%, raising questions about the political landscape ahead of the midterm elections.

The details

The 'No Kings' events are supposed to be peaceful gatherings open to people of all ages and backgrounds, with anyone able to sign up to host a local protest. The demonstrations are not focused on any particular issue, but are meant to unite people with grievances about the federal government, including aggressive immigration enforcement, voting rights, healthcare costs, and the war in Iran.

• In June 2025, the first 'No Kings' protests took place on the same day as Trump's scheduled military parade in Washington.
• In October 2025, more than seven million people attended 'No Kings Day' demonstrations in cities across all 50 states.
• The upcoming protests on Saturday are expected to see larger turnout than the previous two events.

What they’re saying

What’s next

Organizers have asked participants to avoid confrontations and not bring any weapons to the protests. Most of the demonstrations are scheduled to run for about two hours in the late morning or early afternoon in public parks, downtown streets, and other public spaces.