Massive 'No Kings' Protests Signal Growing Democratic Momentum
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The 'No Kings' protests on June 14, 2025, potentially rank among the largest single-day protests in US history, with estimates suggesting turnout between 4 and 6 million people, possibly surpassing previous records like the 2017 Women's March. Experts note the difficulty in precise counting but acknowledge the protest's significant scale and its potential impact based on the 3.5% rule for social movements. Organizers plan further demonstrations, emphasizing grassroots activism over mere turnout.
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- Police investigate disruptions at ‘No Kings’ rallies; 1 protester killed The Washington Post
- The Resistance 2.0 arrives with nationwide ‘No Kings’ protests Politico
- Anti-Trump demonstrators crowd streets, parks and plazas across the US. Organizers say millions came AP News
- ‘No Kings’ protests give badly needed spark of optimism to Democrats The Hill
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