Eight Million Protest 'No Kings' Across America, Demand Trump Resign
Key Takeaways
- Third edition of No Kings protests, with thousands of events across all 50 states.
- Protests condemn Trump's Iran war and immigration/deportation policies.
- Organizers say it could be among the largest U.S. protests in history.
Nationwide Protests
More than eight million people participated in over 3,300 'No Kings' rallies held across all 50 states.
“In short: Huge crowds have rallied against US President Donald Trump from coast to coast in what organisers hoped would be the largest single-day protest in US history”
The protests targeted Trump's immigration policies, the war in Iran, rising costs of living, and his perceived authoritarian tendencies.
Large rallies took place in Minneapolis, New York, Los Angeles, and Washington, but two-thirds of the events occurred outside major city centers.
Minneapolis Becomes Flashpoint
Minnesota emerged as a focal point of resistance after federal immigration agents incursion.
Upward of 100,000 people gathered at the state capitol in Saint Paul.
Protesters held signs bearing photos of Renee Good and Alex Pretti, whom federal immigration officers fatally shot earlier this year.
War in Iran Galvanizes Protesters
The unpopular war with Iran was a galvanizing force for many protesters.
“Crowds of people spanning out along Riverfront Parkway from Ross's Landing stood chanting Saturday for a third "No Kings Day" protest”
The rallies occurred exactly one month after Trump ordered strikes against Iran.
Immigration was the dominant concern in Minnesota.
Organizers Demand Trump Resign
The 'No Kings' movement demanded Trump resign and called for reining in presidential power.
Protesters rallied against Trump's authoritarian style of governing.
They warned the United States cannot afford four more years of his presidency.
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