Protests29 March, 20261 min read
Eight Million Protest 'No Kings' Across America, Demand Trump Resign
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Third edition of No Kings protests, with thousands of events across all 50 states. Protests condemn Trump's Iran war and immigration/deportation policies.
Nationwide Protests
More than eight million people participated in over 3,300 'No Kings' rallies held across all 50 states. 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. 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.