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CBS News
an hour ago
- Politics
- CBS News
"No Kings" protest planned in Philadelphia on June 14, same day as Army parade in D.C. and Trump's birthday
On June 14, cities across the United States are planning to host "No Kings Day" events as part of a coordinated protest against the Trump administration. Billed as a "nationwide day of defiance," organizing materials for "No Kings Day" say the protests are an opportunity for Americans to "stand together against cruelty, corruption, and authoritarianism." The upcoming protests follow a series of nationwide rallies organized in April by "Hands Off!" and the 5050 Movement. More than 1,000 people gathered in Old City on April 19 to denounce what they considered "anti-democratic" policies by the White House. According to organizers, "No Kings" events are committed to "nonviolent action," and anyone participating in the rallies is expected to "de-escalate any potential confrontation." Here's what to know about the "No Kings" protest happening in Philadelphia this weekend. When is the Philadelphia "No Kings" protest and march? The "No Kings" protest and march happening in Philadelphia will be on Saturday, June 14. The event coincides with hundreds of rallies that are scheduled to take place in communities across the country. Why is "No Kings Day" on June 14? On Saturday, a large military parade celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States Army is set to take place in Washington, D.C. The parade coincides with Flag Day and President Donald Trump's 79th birthday. An Army spokesperson told CBS News it's estimated that the parade will cost between $25 million and $45 million and include more than 100 vehicles, thousands of soldiers and potentially involve 50 helicopters. Organizers behind the national "No Kings" movement are calling the parade a "made-for-TV display of dominance" orchestrated for Trump's birthday, and are encouraging protesters to instead rally in communities outside the nation's capital. To that end, there is no "No Kings" event in Washington, D.C. Philadelphia's "No Kings" protest is being promoted by organizers as Saturday's "major flagship march and rally." Where is the "No Kings" protest in Philadelphia? Saturday's "No Kings" march and rally in Center City is slated to begin at 12:30 p.m. in LOVE Park. According to the City of Philadelphia, people are expected to start gathering in the area as early as 10 a.m. Protesters are set to then march from LOVE Park down the Benjamin Franklin Parkway toward Eakins Oval and the Philadelphia Museum of Art, where a rally is scheduled from 1-3 p.m. City officials say to expect "significant traffic delays" during this time. Road closures, parking restrictions in effect for Philadelphia's "No Kings" march and rally The following road closures will go into effect at 3 a.m. on Saturday, June 14 until around 5 p.m.: Eakins Oval between Kelly Drive and MLK Drive (in front of the Philadelphia Museum of Art) Kelly Drive inbound (closed at Fairmount Avenue) Road closures in effect from 10 a.m. until approximately 1:30 p.m.: 1500-1600 Arch Street 16th Street from John F. Kennedy Boulevard to Cherry Street 1600-1700 Benjamin Franklin Parkway Road closures in effect from 11:30 a.m.. until approximately 2:30 p.m.: Benjamin Franklin Parkway (all lanes) from 18th Street to Eakins Oval, including cross streets Road closures in effect from 11:30 a.m.. until approximately 5 p.m.: 2200-2300 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, including cross streets Spring Garden Street from Pennsylvania Avenue to Benjamin Franklin Parkway 23rd Street from Pennsylvania Avenue to Benjamin Franklin Parkway Kelly Drive (both directions) from Eakins Oval to Sedgley Drive Spring Garden Street Bridge (inbound) Drivers who violate temporary "No Parking/Stopping" signs during posted hours could have their vehicles towed or moved. The city also said some SEPTA bus routes will be detoured from 9 a.m. until about 4 p.m.
Fast Company
2 hours ago
- Politics
- Fast Company
No Kings Day: June 14 protests set to be biggest yet, will counter Trump military parade in locations nationwide. Here's what to know
June 14 is shaping up to be a big day, with millions of Americans expected to take to the streets in what organizers have said will likely be the largest single-day turnout of the anti-Trump, pro-democracy protest movement since President Donald Trump took office for a second term in January, dubbed 'No Kings Day.' Organizers expect 1,800 rallies will take place on Saturday for 'a nationwide day of defiance' in every state, and major city across the country—except Washington, D.C, so as to avoid clashes with the Army's 250 anniversary celebrations which will be held that day in the nation's capital (more on that below). 'Peaceful, organized, and united. Make it clear: we don't do kings in this country,' the No Kings organizers said in a statement to Fast Company. 'From city blocks to small towns, from courthouse steps to community parks, we're taking action to reject authoritarianism—and show the world what democracy really looks like,' according to the No Kings website, 'On June 14th, we're showing up everywhere he [Trump] isn't—to say no thrones, no crowns, no kings.' The No Kings protest is sponsored by Indivisible and a broad coalition of over 180 partner organizations including: the ACLU, Common Cause, Greenpeace, Physicians for Social Responsibility, Standing Up for Science, a number of unions, including the Communication Workers of America, and teacher federations. 'Even conservative estimates say that 3.5 million people turned out for the Hands Off mobilization on April 5,' Indivisible's Ezra Levin told Fast Company. 'No Kings [in the U.S] is on track to exceed that by millions more… With events [in] red states, blue states, purple states, rural areas, suburban areas, urban areas, United States, North America, Europe, South America—we're all over.' The anti-authoritarian, pro-democracy protests aim to counter President Donald Trump's multimillion-dollar military parade in Washington, D.C. that day to celebrate the Army's 250th anniversary that will be held on Trump's 79th birthday, which is also Flag Day. According to the Associated Press, Trump has long wanted a military parade, which is expected to feature 6,600 soldiers, 150 vehicles and 50 helicopters on a route from Arlington, Virginia to the National Mall, where there will be a fireworks display. The Army initially estimated that the cost for the day's birthday celebrations, including the parade, would range from $25 million to $45 million, which now look closer to $40 million, according to USA TODAY; and come at a time the Trump administration's so-called Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has slashed budgets and jobs at federal agencies, including civilians in the Defense Department, per the AP. The parade's enormous price tag has further angered many Americans and Trump critics already fed up by the president's overall mishandling of the economy, from tariffs to immigration, best summed up as the TACO presidency, or Trump Always Chickens Out.
Yahoo
18 hours ago
- Politics
- Yahoo
Protests against Trump administration planned across Vermont this week
VERMONT (ABC22/FOX44) – A Vermont group that lists as its three core values to 'uphold the constitution', 'end executive overreach', and 'resist peacefully' is holding multiple protest events this week in Burlington and across the state. 50501 Vermont is the state's chapter of the 50501 movement, which stands for 'fifty protests, fifty states, one day'. The movement held its first protest in February of this year, and its 'Not My President's Day' protests on February 17 were covered by ABC22/FOX44. Vermonters join national protests aimed at Trump policies The group is holding what it calls an 'emergency protest' at Burlington's City Hall Park on Tuesday in solidarity with recent protests in Los Angeles and elsewhere. The protest is scheduled to last from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 10. 50501, along with other groups in Vermont, previously announced 'No Kings Day' on Saturday, June 14, which will coincide with a military parade in Washington D.C.. The events on Saturday are scheduled to include over 20 local events, including a 'Route 7 Relay for Democracy', which will feature an American flag being driven from Williamstown, MA north to Swanton, following a route parallel to U.S. Route 7. June 14 is the nation's traditional Flag Day. Military parade to celebrate the Army's 250th anniversary will be held on Trump's birthday Another scheduled protest is a 'die-in' at Burlington's Waterfront park, which aims to 'demonstrate the lethal impact' of actions taken by the Trump administration. Speakers including Representative Becca Balint, Treasurer Mike Pieciak, and activist Mohsen Mahdawi, who made headlines in April after spending 15 days in state prison after being detained by ICE. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
19 hours ago
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- Yahoo
Union workers rally at Connecticut State Capitol in solidarity with Los Angeles protesters
HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — A rally at the state capitol Monday brought members of different unions together in solidarity with those protesting what is happening in Los Angeles right now. 'Once again this administration has given us no choice but to organize against its cruel treatment of others,' said Rochelle Palache, the Vice President of the Service Employees International Union or SEIU Local 32BJ. Baby dies, mother hospitalized after going missing in Washington Members of the SEIU said for them this is personal. That's because they say David Huerta, who is the president of the California chapter of the SEIU, was arrested on Friday for allegedly interfering with an ICE raid at a work site in Los Angeles. 'Free David,' the union members chanted in Hartford. 'Free David.' The Department of Homeland Security alleges Huerta and other protesters attempted to halt the service of a search warrant by forming picket lines on public sidewalks to prevent officers from entering. 'I know David personally. He's a friend. He's a great union leader,' SEIU Member and Retiree Kevin Doyle said. He said Huerta was injured and went to the hospital. 'He was not in any way interfering,' Doyle said. 'They just picked him out of the crowd, threw him on the ground, pepper sprayed him, and took him away.' In a statement, Connecticut House Republican Leader Vincent Candelora said, 'The anti-American chaos unfolding in California is as sickening as it is predictable — and it's no surprise that SEIU has jumped into the fray. They've aligned themselves with agitators and rioters who would rather destroy cities than take even a single step toward enforcing our immigration laws. Now SEIU in Connecticut is proudly showing solidarity. Sadly, that fits the pattern — many of their foot soldiers in our legislature are already marching in lockstep with California's most radical policy agendas.' 'We will not remain silent,' said the union members at the rally. There were a few different unions represented at the rally and they plan on coming together again on Saturday for what they are calling No Kings Day. That is the same day a procession is planned in Washington D.C. to mark the U.S. Army's 250th anniversary and showcasing its military might. It is also President Trump's birthday. 'We've got to show up again and we have to have twice as many people,' Rev. Scott Marks from Unite Here said. News8 has reached out to the White House for comment. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Gulf Today
a day ago
- Politics
- Gulf Today
Reclaiming the US Flag for ‘No Kings Day'
Paul Loeb, Tribune News Service Will marchers carry flags on "No Kings Day"? On June 14, more than 1,000 local demonstrations will challenge President Donald Trump's North Korean-style military parade for his birthday with our defense of democracy. The 14th is also Flag Day and the 250th anniversary of the US Army. The flag can't replace protest signs. But it complements and amplifies them. The demonstrations send a message that even as Trump and his allies wrap themselves in their flags, they are betraying the best of America. They highlight a culture of corruption where the only Americans who matter are allies of Trump at the top and persons or institutions who would challenge this become subjects of attacks. Our flags make clear, in contrast, that we are defending Americans' fundamental right to speak out, without which all other rights become meaningless. They're a message to all who agree with us but also to all those Americans who voted for Trump or stayed home, rejecting both candidates. Because to change the direction of our country, the support of at least some of these people will be essential. As "No Kings Day" reminds us, 'The flag doesn't belong to Donald Trump. It belongs to us.' But at most anti-Trump protests, flags have been absent or marginal. I counted one when several thousand people marched in Seattle this past May Day, plus scattered Uncle Sam and Statue of Liberty images. That may be because carrying the flag feels uncomfortable, a false embrace for many who've marched to challenge American wars, call out racial injustice, or push back against corporate power. But the flag also stands for legacies of courage and sacrifice that should give us all hope and strength, like the classic World War II image of GIs raising it over Iwo Jima. The flag represents the imperfect but essential mechanisms of democracy that Trump's regime so profoundly threatens, ones that allow us to keep working for justice. In defending these mechanisms and the rule of law, Thomas Jefferson condemned the very Alien and Sedition Acts whose remnants Trump is now abusing. These acts created the power of kings, Jefferson warned, writing of threats to the 'constitutional rights and liberties of the States and by the suspicions of the President, or be thought dangerous to his or their election, or other interests, public or personal.' These acts first targeted 'the friendless alien,' Jefferson wrote, but 'the citizen will soon follow.' Flags have long been part of the protest tradition and may have even more impact when those speaking out are being marginalized or attacked. American labor activists from the radical IWW union carried them at the Lawrence Textile 'Bread and Roses' Strike. They fly next to Martin Luther King Jr. in photos from the 1963 March on Washington and his talks at anti-war rallies. This year, demonstrators who helped defeat South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol's dictatorial power grab waved South Korean flags along with their signs. Some recent anti-Trump rallies have featured them. But they need to become protest staples to help take the flag back. A recent Vietnam trip reminded me of the power of national pride. Americans are welcomed now, even as museums, statues, and street names commemorate heroes in what they call 'the American war,' and the related fights against the Japanese and French occupations. But Vietnam also honors 13th, 15th, and 16th-century kings who resisted and eventually defeated repeated invasions by the Chinese and Mongols. The country's leadership could have dismissed them as the embodiment of now-discarded feudalism. Instead, they present their stories as part of a continuing story of resistance, a history they highlighted during the war as Ho Chi Minh and other leaders talked of fighting for their country, not communism. Whatever the limits of Vietnam's current regime in terms of democracy, this worked because the roots of national patriotism ran deeper than any particular ideology. The threat to American democracy that those of us marching address is internal, of course (with help from white South African billionaires Elon Musk, Peter Thiel, and David Sacks). But the lesson of patriotism and national pride as a wellspring of resistance still holds true. I've learned to appreciate those who bring flags to social justice protests. And I finally bought my own the other week at my local hardware store to complement a 'Don't Putinize America' sign I plan to carry. The young woman at the counter's initial look seemed to mark me, an older white man, as a likely Trump supporter. When I said I was buying it for the Trump protest, 'No Kings Day,' she broke into a grin. No matter our anger or disappointment for America failing to achieve much of what it should be, we need to defend what we have had and the possibility of what could be. Making the flag our own helps us do that.
