Summary
Nationwide "No Kings" protests were held across the U.S. and Europe against President Donald Trump, where political leaders and mayors voiced their concerns. The demonstrations, involving hundreds of thousands of participants, coincided with actions by Trump to deploy National Guard troops in various U.S. cities. The protests drew attention from numerous political figures who spoke about defending democracy and resisting authoritarianism.
Key Facts
- The "No Kings" protests took place in every U.S. state and also in Europe.
- Political leaders, including mayors and governors, spoke at the events, expressing opposition to President Trump's policies.
- The protest was a response to several recent actions by President Trump, including deploying National Guard troops.
- This was the third mass protest during Trump’s second term as president.
- A similar event in June marked Trump's 79th birthday and involved 1,800 protests in the U.S.
- Courts determined Trump can federalize the National Guard but may face limitations on deployment.
- The protests drew hundreds of thousands of people to the streets.
