Anti-War, Immigration, Veterans Protests Span US Amid Middle East Tensions

In Washington, D.C., and across the nation, protests and demonstrations marked President Donald Trump's military parade celebrating the U.S. Army's 250th birthday and Flag Day. In Lafayette Park, a pro-Iranian group held an anti-war protest amid escalating tensions between Israel and Iran, with Israel urging Trump to authorize a military strike on Iran's nuclear facilities, while Iran's Supreme Leader warned of severe retaliation. Concurrently, nearly 100 veterans staged a symbolic protest by taking over the U.S. Capitol steps to oppose active-duty troops' deployment on U.S. streets and cuts to veterans' benefits, contrasting with the Capitol Police's response during the 2021 insurrection. Additionally, the 'No Kings Day' protests occurred in Northern Virginia and other cities, with demonstrators accusing the Trump administration of unconstitutional actions regarding immigration and asylum policies, emphasizing concerns about authoritarian overreach. Meanwhile, a rally in Nebraska focused on domestic issues such as Medicare, Social Security, and immigration, reflecting broad dissatisfaction with Trump’s policies. These events collectively underscore growing domestic unrest and divergent views on the administration's foreign and domestic agenda.