During a protest in Salt Lake City, a peacekeeper accidentally shot and killed a man after he pulled out a rifle and charged at the crowd; the peacekeeper fired three rounds, hitting both the suspect and a bystander, whose identity remains undisclosed as authorities investigate the incident.
Across the US, nearly 2,000 'No Kings' protests occurred to oppose President Trump's policies and the military parade celebrating the Army's 250th anniversary, with most protests peaceful and highlighting issues like government checks and military spending.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by Rolling Stone
On No Kings Day, Pavement's song 'No More Kings' is highlighted as a fitting protest anthem, originally a 1996 reinterpretation of a Schoolhouse Rock tune advocating for rebellion against tyranny, now resonating with contemporary political protests against the erosion of American democracy.
Mayor Eric Adams warned of potential chaos during upcoming 'No Kings Day' protests in NYC, with outside agitators expected to try to incite violence. The NYPD plans to deploy thousands of officers to ensure safety amid multiple rallies across the city, emphasizing the importance of peaceful protest and readiness to respond to any unlawful activity.
'No Kings Day' protests are scheduled across the U.S. to oppose President Trump's administration and to counterprogram the military parade in D.C., emphasizing peaceful, nationwide demonstrations against government overreach and celebrating First Amendment rights.
Thousands of Americans are participating in 'No Kings Day' protests across the U.S. to oppose the Trump administration's policies and to counterprogram the military parade celebrating the U.S. Army's 250th birthday, emphasizing peaceful protest and widespread participation in over 2,000 communities.
Thirteen communities in Alabama are planning peaceful protests on June 14 against President Trump's planned $45 million military parade, as part of a nationwide movement called No Kings: Nationwide Day of Defiance, protesting Trump's policies and potential overreach, with concerns over law enforcement responses.
A nationwide series of protests called 'No Kings Day' is scheduled for June 14, 2025, including events in San Diego, to oppose policies of the Trump administration, focusing on immigration enforcement, militarization, and federal workforce reductions, with organizers emphasizing peaceful demonstration and law enforcement supporting First Amendment rights.
Protests are planned across Michigan and nationwide on June 14 as part of 'No Kings Day' demonstrations against President Trump, criticizing his celebration and perceived authoritarian tendencies, with events emphasizing democracy, accountability, and social issues.