Massive 'No Kings' Protest Sweeps Manhattan

Demonstrators rally against Trump, war, ICE and more in a four-hour march down Seventh Avenue

Mar. 30, 2026 at 5:03am

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Thousands of protesters marched down Seventh Avenue in Manhattan for over four hours in the third 'No Kings' day protest, railing against President Trump, the war in Iran, and the actions of ICE. The massive demonstration, estimated at 400,000 participants, included speeches and appearances by New York Attorney General Letitia James, NYC Public Advocate Jumaane Williams, actor Robert De Niro, and activist Rev. Al Sharpton.

Why it matters

The 'No Kings' protests have grown in size and scope since their inception, reflecting widespread public discontent with the Trump administration's policies and actions. This latest march in Manhattan was part of a nationwide series of demonstrations that organizers claim drew over 8 million participants across the country, making it the largest single day of protests in U.S. history.

The details

Protesters chanted and carried signs proclaiming 'No War, No Throne No Kings' and 'Ice Out of NYC.' The march stretched for over a mile down Seventh Avenue, with the tail of the crowd still backed up to 50th Street by the listed end time of 4 p.m. Police reported the demonstrations across all five boroughs closed city streets but were peaceful, with zero arrests in New York. In contrast, over 70 people were arrested and police used tear gas and pepper balls in Los Angeles.

  • The 'No Kings' protest took place on March 28, 2026.
  • The march lasted for over four hours, from its start at 2 p.m. to the NYPD's announcement of the protest's dispersal at 6 p.m.

The players

Letitia James

New York State Attorney General.

Jumaane Williams

New York City Public Advocate.

Robert De Niro

Actor.

Al Sharpton

Civil rights activist.

Michael Cohen

Lawyer and former 'fixer' for President Trump, now a critic of the former president.

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What they’re saying

“I wanted to see where New York was at, where America is at, and I think 400,000 people are making a very strong statement at this moment in time.”

— Michael Cohen, Lawyer and former 'fixer' for President Trump

“You can only do so much behind a screen. Actually getting out in person means so much more.”

— Taylor Smith, First-time 'No Kings' protester

“It really is so energizing and exciting to be around so many people who are calm and walking. We're all in the same boat.”

— Elizabeth, Protester from Connecticut

What’s next

Organizers have announced that the next 'No Kings' protest is scheduled for June 15, 2026, with plans to continue the nationwide series of demonstrations against the Trump administration's policies.

The takeaway

The massive turnout and peaceful nature of the 'No Kings' protest in Manhattan underscores the growing public opposition to the Trump presidency and the administration's actions on issues like war, immigration, and civil liberties. The demonstrations have become a powerful platform for diverse groups to voice their concerns and demand change.