'No Kings' Protests Draw Thousands Nationwide

On June 14, thousands participated in 'No Kings' protests across the United States, coinciding with President Donald Trump's 79th birthday and a military parade in Washington, D.C., celebrating the U.S. Army's 250th anniversary. Organized by progressive groups such as Indivisible, over 2,000 peaceful demonstrations were held in all 50 states and select cities abroad, with Philadelphia and Los Angeles serving as key focal points. Protesters voiced opposition to what they described as Trump's authoritarian tendencies and accumulation of executive power, while emphasizing nonviolent action to defend democracy. Major gatherings occurred in South Florida, Connecticut, Minnesota, upstate New York, and more, with local officials and law enforcement ensuring safety amid heightened tensions from recent immigration raids. Organizers deliberately avoided downtown D.C. to focus on democracy rather than opposition to the military. The scale of participation rivaled or surpassed previous protests during Trump's administration, highlighting widespread resistance to 'kingship' in American governance.