Millions Expected Nationwide for No Kings Anti-Trump Protests Oct 18

The "No Kings" protests scheduled for October 18 are set to be the largest coordinated act of peaceful civil disobedience against President Donald Trump's authoritarian actions in American history, surpassing the six million participants in the June protests. These protests involve a broad coalition of groups including veterans, LGBTQ activists, advocacy organizations like the ACLU, Indivisible, and National Nurses United, all united to defend democracy against attacks by the Trump administration on journalists, immigrants, and critics. Organizers emphasize nonviolent protest and community safety, with events planned nationwide, including local gatherings in places like Los Alamos, Jenkintown, and Washington D.C., with marches and rallies aimed at rejecting authoritarianism and promoting fundamental freedoms. The movement highlights public opposition to Trump's use of intimidation tactics, militarization of cities, and policies that threaten social programs, civil rights, and democratic institutions. Indivisible's leadership describes the protests as a defining moment for peaceful civic action, underscoring the widespread popular resistance to the current administration's governance style. The protest network continues to grow, reflecting deep national concern over the state of American democracy under President Trump's leadership.