From Washington to San Francisco, many participate in 'No Kings' protests against Trump | In Pics
From Washington to San Francisco, many participate in 'No Kings' protests against Trump | In Pics
Protesters gathered outside the US Embassy in London for the “No Kings” demonstrations, a global movement opposing US President Donald Trump’s policies on immigration, education, and security. The campaign seeks to challenge what its organizers describe as his “autocratic ambitions.”
The “No Kings” protests have become a worldwide movement, expressing frustration with US President Trump’s policies. Marches and rallies took place in multiple cities globally, from London to Madrid to Washington, DC, drawing support from progressive leaders and grassroots groups.
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The movement quickly spread to Europe, with large protests in both Madrid and Barcelona. In Madrid, demonstrators gathered in the city center, while in Barcelona, people filled the streets with signs calling for democratic accountability.
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In Northern Virginia, protesters took to the overpasses leading into Washington, DC, showing their solidarity with the "No Kings" cause. The sight of hundreds marching near Arlington National Cemetery was a powerful visual of the movement's determination. Organizers said this demonstration was a direct response to Trump's policies, including his proposal to build a ceremonial arch near the Lincoln Memorial.
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The "No Kings" protests received significant backing from over 300 grassroots groups. Volunteers from organizations like the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) helped facilitate the marches, providing legal marshals and de-escalation guides.
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Senator Bernie Sanders, Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton were among the key progressive figures who voiced their support for the protests.
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The Democrats have supported the protests, but urged the agitators to remain calm and hold their demonstration peacefully. "As Californians take to the streets today to stand up against the President's authoritarian playbook, I urge everyone to stay safe and demonstrate peacefully. Don't give in to his provocations. Our strength is in our unity and peace," California Governor Gavin Newsom said on X.
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As the protests grew, President Trump addressed the situation in a Fox Business interview on Friday, saying, “They’re referring to me as a king; I’m not a king.” His comments were in response to the widespread protestors’ claims that his administration's actions were increasingly autocratic.
