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Time of India
19 hours ago
- Politics
- Time of India
What does the No Kings protest mean? What is No Kings Day, and why are millions protesting in U.S?
As tanks roll down the streets of Washington, D.C., in a grand military parade marking the Army's 250th birthday and coinciding with US president Donald Trump's 79th birthday on Saturday, June 14, millions of Americans have prepared a very different kind of celebration, as per a report. Across almost 2,000 cities and towns, from courthouse steps to small-town parks, protesters have gathered for what organisers have called the 'No Kings Day of Defiance," reported AP. A Movement Born of Frustration The 'No Kings" rally is led by the 50501 Movement , a grassroots coalition spanning all 50 states, the protests aim to push back against what Trump's critics describe as the increasingly authoritarian style of the Trump administration, according to the report. The name '50501' symbolises 50 states, 50 protests, one movement, reported AP. The main motive of the protest is a fear that Trump, now in his second term, is steering the country away from its democratic foundations, as per the report. Organisers say the decision to escalate the Army's anniversary into a massive military show with 60-ton M1 Abrams battle tanks and Paladin self-propelled howitzers rumbling through the nation's capital, is a symbol of power being misused for personal spectacle, according to AP. As per the report, protests have denounced Trump and his former billionaire adviser Elon Musk, who was also heading the administration's Department of Government Efficiency, a government organisation designed to slash federal spending. 'No Kings" protesters have urged that Trump must be 'dethroned' because they compare his actions to those of a king and not a democratically elected president, reported AP. The group's website pointed out that, 'They've defied our courts, deported Americans, disappeared people off the streets, attacked our civil rights, and slashed our services,' adding, 'They've done this all while continuing to serve and enrich their billionaire allies,' as quoted in the report. Live Events Why June 14? June 14 is a day with a lot of relevance to Americans as it is Flag Day, it's the Army's 250th birthday, and it's even Trump's 79th birthday. The movement's website mentions that, 'The flag doesn't belong to President Trump. It belongs to us,' adding, 'On June 14th, we're showing up everywhere he isn't — to say no thrones, no crowns, no kings,' quoted AP. "No Kings" Protesters Are Skipping Washington, D.C. Rather than gathering in Washington, D.C., where the military parade will take centre stage, 'No Kings' protesters will take their message across the rest of the country, as per the report. A flagship rally will be held in Philadelphia as the "No Kings" protest aims to draw a clear contrast between its people-powered movement and what organisers described on their website as the 'costly, wasteful, and un-American birthday parade' in Washington, reported AP. FAQs What is the 'No Kings' protest about? It's a nationwide movement against what organisers see as authoritarian behaviour by US president Donald Trump and his administration. Why is it called 'No Kings'? Because many protesters believe Trump acts more like a king than a democratically elected president. The name is a statement for democracy and against authoritarianism.
Yahoo
a day ago
- Politics
- Yahoo
‘No Kings' protest taking place in Boston, nationwide against Trump's policies
'No Kings' protests are taking place across the country against President Donald Trump. Saturday's protests were planned to counter celebrations for Trump's 79th birthday, which falls on Flag Day and the Army's 250th Anniversary. The 'No Kings' protests are a nationwide day of defiance organized to reject authoritarianism, billionaire-first politics, and the militarization of democracy. Trump will be attending a military parade in Washington, D.C. Here's everything you need to know: The 'No Kings' theme was orchestrated by the 50501 Movement, a national movement made up of everyday Americans who stand for democracy and against what they call the authoritarian actions of the Trump administration. The name 50501 stands for 50 states, 50 protests, one movement. Protests earlier this year have denounced Trump and billionaire adviser Elon Musk, the now former leader of Trump's Department of Government Efficiency, a government organization designed to slash federal spending. Protesters have called for Trump to be 'dethroned' as they compare his actions to that of a king and not a democratically elected president. 'They've defied our courts, deported Americans, disappeared people off the streets, attacked our civil rights, and slashed our services,' the group says on its website, referring to the Trump administration and its policies. 'They've done this all while continuing to serve and enrich their billionaire allies.' The No Kings Day of Defiance has been organized to reject authoritarianism, billionaire-first politics and the militarization of the country's democracy, according to a statement by organizers. Organizers intend for the protests to counter the Army's 250th anniversary celebration — which Trump has ratcheted up to include an expensive, lavish military parade. The event will feature hundreds of military vehicles and aircraft and thousands of soldiers. It also happens to be his 79th birthday and Flag Day. 'The flag doesn't belong to President Trump. It belongs to us,' the 'No Kings' website says. 'On June 14th, we're showing up everywhere he isn't — to say no thrones, no crowns, no kings.' Protests in nearly 2,000 locations are scheduled around the country, from city blocks to small towns, from courthouse steps to community parks, organizers said. No protests are scheduled to take place in Washington, D.C., however, where the military parade will be held. The group says it will 'make action everywhere else the story of America that day.' 'No Kings' plans instead to hold a flagship march and rally in Philadelphia to draw a clear contrast between its people-powered movement and what organizers described on their website as the 'costly, wasteful, and un-American birthday parade' in Washington. The No Kings Day of Defiance is expected to be the largest single-day mobilization since Trump returned to office, organizers said. Organizers said they are preparing for millions of people to take to the streets across all 50 states and commonwealths. In Boston, the protest will coincide with the annual Pride Parade, a celebration of the LGBTQ+ community. Demonstrations are also rallying in 90 locations across Massachusetts, including Worcester, Springfield, Hyannis, and Pittsfield. For a list of events in Massachusetts, click the link here. For a list of protests nationwide, click here. This is a developing story. Check back for updates as more information becomes available. Download the FREE Boston 25 News app for breaking news alerts. Follow Boston 25 News on Facebook and Twitter. | Watch Boston 25 News NOW
Yahoo
a day ago
- Politics
- Yahoo
'No Kings' protesters march toward Mar-a-Lago in West Palm Beach
Demonstrators in West Palm Beach for 'No Kings Day of Defiance," part of a nationwide series of protests against President Donald Trump.
Boston Globe
a day ago
- Politics
- Boston Globe
Pride Parade to kick off in Boston along with ‘No Kings' protests nationwide
This year's Pride arrives at a time of In the early days of his second term, President Trump signed an executive order In April, the Advertisement Pro-democracy activist groups Mass 50501 and Indivisible Mass Coalition are among the sponsors of this year's Boston Pride which coincides with the city's 'No Kings' protest against the Trump administration. The 'No Kings' protests Saturday are planned in cities across the country. A flagship 'No Kings' march and rally are planned in Philadelphia, but no events are scheduled to take place in Washington, D.C., where a military parade will take place Saturday evening on what is also Trump's 79th birthday. Advertisement The 'No Kings Day of Defiance' has been organized to reject authoritarianism, billionaire-first politics and the militarization of the country's democracy, according to a press release from No Kings. Protests earlier this year have denounced Trump and billionaire Elon Musk, the now-former leader of Trump's Department of Government Efficiency, a government organization designed to slash federal spending. Protesters have called for Trump to be 'dethroned' as they compare his actions to that of a king and not a democratically elected president. After some rain showers Saturday morning, attendees at the Pride parade and festival and 'No Kings' demonstrations should have Material from the Associated Press was used in this report. This is a developing story. Nick Stoico can be reached at
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Politics
- Yahoo
2 Siouxland groups hosting human rights events Saturday
SIOUX CITY, Iowa (KCAU) — On Saturday, two Siouxland groups are planning to hold human rights events. According to a release from Sweetgrass Uprising and the Siouxland Good Troublemakers, they will be holding events 'to stand up for human rights.' The first of the two events is a United We Stand March that will be held by Sweetgrass Uprising in South Sioux City. The march will begin at 4:30 p.m. at the vacant Advance Auto Parts parking lot. The march will then head across the Veteran's Memorial Bridge into Sioux City, leading marchers to the Mildred Anderson Pavillion, and then the Sioux City Public Museum Green Space. During the march, there will be four prayer stops. Story continues below Top Story: The Latest: Israel attacks Iran, killing top military officers Lights & Sirens: Jury for Dakota Dunes murder trial still up in the air Sports: Champions Chat: West Sioux boys soccer Weather: Get the latest weather forecast here Following the march, the Siouxland Good Troublemakers will be hosting multiple speakers at the Public Museum Green Space, where they will be reading passages from the United States Constitution and its Amendments. Multiple treaties will also be read. This event will begin at around 6 p.m. I started Sweetgrass Uprising as a way to bring people together in the community and to unify as one against an unjust and corrupt government,' Sweetgrass Uprising organizer Jessica Lopez-Walker said. 'We will stand up for those who cannot. They won't break our spirits!' Siouxland Good Troublemakers co-organizer Garie Lewis said, 'With the chaos coming out of D.C., it is more important than at anytime in my life for all people to come together and realize that we have more in common with each other than we do with any so-called leader that tries to make us hate our neighbors. Any person that does that is the enemy of peace.' During the event, donations for Safe Place of Siouxland will also be collected. These events are taking place on the same day as many 'No Kings Day of Defiance' protests will be taking place around the nation. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
