No Kings Protests Mobilize Thousands Cities US Against Trump Policies

On June 14, nearly 2,000 cities across the United States held "No Kings Day of Mobilizations" protests against President Donald Trump, organized by the 50501 national movement. The demonstrations coincided with Flag Day, the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army, and President Trump's 79th birthday, which was also marked by a military parade in Washington, D.C. Protesters expressed opposition to what they view as authoritarian actions by the Trump administration and rejected the notion of Trump using the day to feed his ego, emphasizing that the American flag belongs to the people, not the president. Texas Governor Greg Abbott deployed thousands of state troopers and National Guard soldiers to maintain order around the planned protests, including those at the Texas Capitol in Austin. The 50501 movement, representing all 50 states, promoted peaceful demonstrations featuring speeches, marches, and patriotic displays. While protests were widespread, it remained unclear if any took place directly in Washington, D.C., where the Army birthday celebration and parade occurred.