In pictures: The nationwide ‘No Kings' protests
More than 2,000 protests were scheduled across all 50 states Saturday through the No Kings movement, which organizers say seeks to reject 'authoritarianism, billionaire-first politics, and the militarization of our democracy.'
The mobilization was a direct response to a military parade rolling through Washington, DC, on Saturday that celebrated the 250th anniversary of the US Army. It also coincided with President Donald Trump's 79th birthday.
Saturday's rallies have been amplified by a week of protests against ICE raids in Los Angeles and other major cities. Following the Hands Off! and 50501 protests this spring, Saturday's demonstrations weren't the first nationwide rejection of Trump's policies. But organizers said they would be the largest. Millions of Americans were expected to take part.
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