No Kings Anti-Trump Protests Planned Across Multiple US States

The nationwide "No Kings" movement is organizing peaceful protests across multiple states, including South Carolina, Massachusetts, and Washington, this weekend to oppose President Donald Trump's immigration policies and his planned military parade in Washington, D.C. The protests coincide with Trump's 79th birthday and the 250th anniversary celebration of the U.S. Army, featuring a military parade expected to draw hundreds of thousands. In South Carolina, authorities have permitted protests while emphasizing law and order, and organizers plan gatherings in several cities including Charleston and Columbia. In Massachusetts, protests will occur alongside the Boston Pride parade, with activists lining parade routes and holding events in various towns statewide. Seattle is preparing for two major "No Kings" rallies, including one during the University of Washington's graduation, focusing on opposing what organizers describe as rising authoritarianism and immigration enforcement under Trump. The protests reflect broader tensions nationally, highlighted by recent confrontations between federal agents and state officials, as seen in California and criticized by some Massachusetts lawmakers, underscoring a polarized response to the Trump administration's actions.