TOPSHOT - Demonstrators take part in a protest against the Trump administration during the "No Kings" national rally in downtown Los Angeles, California, on June 14, 2025, on the same day as President Trump's military parade in Washington, DC. Tens of thousands of protesters rallied nationwide Saturday against Donald Trump ahead of a huge military parade on the US president's 79th birthday -- as the killing of a Democratic lawmaker underscored the deep divisions in American politics. "No Kings" demonstrators took to the streets in New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Philadelphia, Houston, Atlanta and hundreds of other cities across the United States to condemn what they call Trump's dictatorial overreach. (Photo by RINGO CHIU / AFP) (Photo by RINGO CHIU/AFP via Getty Images)

Millions of Americans Take to “No Kings” Protests Against Trump

Massive “No Kings” protests against Donald Trump’s authoritarianism have taken place across the US. Participants declared: “America has no kings.”

Mass “No Kings” protests against Trump’s authoritarianism sweep the US

Millions of Americans took to the streets as part of the nationwide “No Kings” protests, accusing President Donald Trump of abuse of power, authoritarian tendencies and corruption.

The rallies took place in more than 2,600 cities and towns — from New York to Seattle — and, according to organizers, became some of the largest demonstrations in US history.

The organization behind the campaign, Indivisible, expected several million people to participate. The demonstrations brought together representatives of all generations — from students and young parents to veterans and retirees. Despite the scale, the actions were peaceful and without arrests.

“We Have No Kings”

“There’s nothing more American than saying ‘we have no kings’ and exercising your right to protest,” said Indivisible co-founder Leah Greenberg.

In New York, protesters filled Times Square and the central avenues of all five boroughs. Similar scenes were seen in Boston, Philadelphia, Denver, Chicago, Seattle, Los Angeles and dozens of other cities. In San Diego, police counted more than 25,000 participants.

The reason: abuse of power

The protests were a reaction to a series of actions by the Trump administration, including the persecution of political opponents, the militarization of immigration policy and the deployment of the National Guard in major cities.

Many protesters accused the president of appointing inexperienced loyalists to key government positions and of pressuring the media, courts and universities.

“I served in the military, but now I don’t recognize the country I defended,” Marine veteran Daniel Gamez said at a rally in Houston.

From “Republicans” to opposition

The protests showed divisions even among conservatives.

In Portland, 70-year-old veteran Kevin Bryce wore a sweater that read “No Kings since 1776,” a nod to America’s struggle for independence.

“I’ve been a Republican my whole life, but what’s happening now goes against everything I’ve ever believed in,” he said.

In Denver, 38-year-old participant Kelly Kinsella wore a Liberty costume with tears drawn in blood: “People are on edge. Inflation, division, and fear are all a result of Trump’s policies.”

Silence from the White House

Trump himself, answering questions from reporters, said only: “They call me king — but I’m not king.”

His allies in Congress condemned the demonstrations. House Speaker Mike Johnson called “No Kings” “an anti-American hate speech,” and other Republicans warned that such protests could “incite violence.”

At the same time, Democrats — from Chuck Schumer to Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez — expressed support for the movement, calling it “the voice of democracy.”

Peaceful but powerful signal

Despite the political polarization, the atmosphere at the marches remained festive: the crowd was full of posters, inflatable figures and families with children. In Washington, the crowd marched to the Capitol, singing the national anthem and chanting “No Kings!”

According to estimates by Professor Dana Fisher of American University, participation in the protests could exceed 3 million people.

Analysts called Saturday’s events “a demonstration of the vitality of democracy” — a reminder that in America, the people always have the final say.

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Voronin Dmitriy

Dmitriy Voronin is a Senior Editor at Scopex, focusing on world news, global politics, and major economic stories.

He joined Scopex in 2025 and helps readers make sense of fast-moving events around the world. Before that, he spent four years working with international media and tech projects, helping to explain big topics in clear, engaging ways.

Dmitriy’s strength is breaking down complex issues, whether it's global conflicts, market shifts, or tech developments, and showing why they matter. At Scopex, he brings important stories to life and helps readers stay ahead of the news.

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