Nationwide 'No Kings' Protests Condemn Trump Administration

Millions of Americans take to the streets in third round of demonstrations against Trump's policies and authoritarian actions.

Mar. 29, 2026 at 3:04pm

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On Saturday, March 28, over 3,200 protests under the 'No Kings' banner took place across all 50 U.S. states, with an estimated 8 million participants. The nationwide demonstrations were organized by the 50501 Movement, a grassroots group opposing what they call the 'authoritarian actions' of the Trump administration, including the federal immigration crackdown, rising cost of living, and the war with Iran. While the protests were largely peaceful, there were over 70 arrests in Los Angeles after some clashes with police.

Why it matters

The 'No Kings' protests represent growing public discontent with the Trump administration's policies and perceived authoritarian tendencies. The demonstrations come as Trump's approval rating has fallen to 36%, its lowest since his return to the White House. The protests highlight concerns over issues like immigration, the economy, and foreign policy, and reflect a broader pushback against what organizers see as Trump's efforts to consolidate power.

The details

The 'No Kings' movement was established by the 50501 Movement, a national group of grassroots activists opposed to the Trump administration's actions. Organizers accused the president of 'sending masked agents into our streets, terrorizing our communities' and 'targeting immigrant families' as well as 'rigging maps to silence voters' and 'driving up the cost of living while handing out massive giveaways to billionaire allies.' While the protests were largely peaceful, there were clashes with police in Los Angeles that led to over 70 arrests.

  • The latest round of 'No Kings' protests took place on Saturday, March 28, 2026.
  • Previous 'No Kings' protests were held in October 2025 and June 2025.

The players

50501 Movement

A national grassroots movement organizing the 'No Kings' protests against the Trump administration's policies and actions.

Abigail Jackson

A spokeswoman for the White House, who dismissed the protests as 'Trump derangement therapy sessions.'

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What they’re saying

“The only people who care about these Trump derangement therapy sessions are the reporters who are paid to cover them.”

— Abigail Jackson, White House spokeswoman

What’s next

Organizers of the 'No Kings' movement have vowed to continue their protests and opposition to the Trump administration's policies, with more nationwide demonstrations planned for the coming months.

The takeaway

The 'No Kings' protests reflect the deep divisions and growing discontent within the country over the Trump administration's agenda. While the White House has dismissed the demonstrations, the scale and persistence of the protests suggest that concerns over issues like immigration, the economy, and presidential overreach are resonating with a significant portion of the American public.