Filipinos join 'No Kings' historic nationwide protest in US vs Trump
Members of the Filipino and Filipino-American communities participate in the 'No Kings' protest in New York against US President Donald Trump and his government's immigration crackdown on Saturday, June 14, 2025. 'No Kings' protests were also held in other parts of the US while Trump's military parade marched through Washington, DC. DAVE LLAVANES JR.
NEW YORK - While President Donald Trump's military parade marched through Washington, DC, millions of demonstrators across all 50 states in America participated in what organizers called the largest coordinated action against his administration.
The protests were called 'No Kings,' led by the 50501 Movement, which stands for 50 States, 50 Protests, One Movement.
The goal of the protests was to condemn and highlight what they described as the authoritarian policies of the Trump administration.
Protesters gathered in major cities and small towns, strongly emphasizing what they viewed as threats to democracy, excessive executive power, and the ongoing repression of immigrants.
In New York City, the New York Police Department (NYPD) estimated about 50,000 participants in marches across different parts of the city.
According to the NYPD, the demonstrations were peaceful, with no arrests or disturbances linked to the 'No Kings' protests.
Members of the Filipino and Filipino American communities also joined the protest in support of their kababayan who are still being held in Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention facilities.
Some of the Filipinos who joined the protest were relatives and friends of those arrested.
In Los Angeles, tensions flared after police fired tear gas to disperse crowds at a downtown rally following reports of protesters throwing rocks, bottles, and fireworks at officers.
Meanwhile, organizers described the nationwide 'No Kings' protests across America as peaceful and meaningful. —KG, GMA Integrated News
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