No Kings protests across the US rally against Donald Trump

Nationwide "No Kings" protests occurred on Saturday, drawing large crowds estimated by organizers at over 8 million people across major US cities and smaller towns, as well as internationally in locations like Paris and London. Protesters rallied against policies of US President Donald Trump, citing concerns about the Iran war, immigration enforcement, and the rising cost of living. Demonstrations took place in Washington D.C., including at the Lincoln Memorial and National Mall, with protesters holding effigies of Trump and other officials. A key protest occurred in Minnesota, sparked by the January deaths of two citizens killed by federal immigration agents, featuring prominent Democrats and a performance by Bruce Springsteen. The White House dismissed the protests as "Trump Derangement Therapy Sessions."

Nationwide "No Kings" protests occurred on Saturday, marking the third wave since President Trump's second term began and the first since the US-Israeli war against Iran started a month ago. Over 3,300 events were planned across all 50 states, with parallel international events. While large crowds were expected in major cities, organizers focused on mobilizing voters in more conservative areas. The main event took place in the Minneapolis-St Paul area in Minnesota, which has been a focal point for Trump's immigration policies since "Operation Metro Surge" began in December. The Minnesota protest commemorated the deaths of two US citizens killed during the operation, featuring speeches from figures like Senator Bernie Sanders and performances by Bruce Springsteen and Joan Baez.