Thousands participated in 'No Kings' rallies nationwide, highlighting opposition to Trump's administration, with significant events in Minnesota commemorating recent deaths linked
Demonstrators took to the streets across the United States on Saturday for the third round of 'No Kings' protests since President Donald Trump began his second term. The rallies targeted what organizers described as authoritarian tendencies in his administration, with events planned in all 50 states and international cities like Rome, Paris, and Berlin.
National and International Reach
More than 3,300 events were organized, according to the 'No Kings' website, with large crowds in major cities such as New York, Los Angeles, and Washington, DC. Organizers emphasized participation outside urban centers, expecting two-thirds of protesters in conservative-leaning areas. In Washington, DC, marchers gathered at landmarks like the Lincoln Memorial, holding signs and effigies of Trump administration figures.
The protests also extended internationally, with parallel demonstrations in Europe, including Rome and Paris, where participants echoed antiwar sentiments amid the ongoing US and Israeli conflict with Iran. In New York City, officials like Attorney General Letitia James attended, and protesters donned costumes satirizing the administration.
Focus on Minnesota
Minnesota's Twin Cities area hosted the flagship event, drawing attention to Trump's December immigration operation, Metro Surge. That operation involved over 3,000 federal agents and faced accusations of excessive force, including the January deaths of US citizens Alex Pretti and Renee Nicole Good.
Saturday's protest in Minnesota commemorated those deaths through speeches, concerts, and appearances by figures like Senator Bernie Sanders, Bruce Springsteen, and Joan Baez. Lawsuits filed over the operation, which ended in February, added to the outrage fueling the rallies.
Previous 'No Kings' marches in June and October drew millions, and Trump's response to the October event included an AI-generated video mocking protesters. The current protests occur amid US midterm election campaigns, where Republicans aim to maintain congressional majorities.
