“No Kings” movement coordinated protests in all 50 North American states with thousands of people
Thousands of people participate this Saturday (18.Oct.2025) in , (Republican Party), in various regions of the United States.
The acts, organized under the motto “No Kings” (“Without Kings”in Portuguese), criticize what the protesters call the Republican’s accumulation of political power. The movement claims that Trump acts like a leader with almost monarchical powers.
Images of the protests
The demonstrations were widely publicized on social media. See videos and photos posted by participants below:
Reasons for the protests
Organizers and participants accuse the president of adopting practices that “put democracy at risk”such as the excessive use of federal force, interference in states governed by opponents and immigration policies considered abusive. They also criticize cuts to regulatory agencies, attacks on democratic institutions and dismissals of federal employees.
The organization responsible for the movement reported that 2,600 protests were planned in all 50 North American states. There were also demonstrations in Puerto Rico, Hawaii, Alaska, Mexico and London.
In New York, local police estimated the presence of 100,000 people in the city’s 5 districts, with no record of arrests. The main concentrations were held in Washington, San Francisco, San Diego, Atlanta, Houston, Honolulu, Boston, Kansas City, Bozeman, Chicago and New Orleans.
Origin of the movement
O “No Kings” appeared on June 14, 2025, the date of Trump’s birthday and the 250th anniversary of the United States Army. On that occasion, the group held its first day of protests, in response to the military parade promoted by the government.
Since then, organizers have stated that the movement symbolizes the defense of North American democracy. In a statement, the group said: “This isn’t just politics. It’s democracy versus dictatorship. And together, we are choosing democracy.”
Participations and speeches
Among the names who spoke against Trump are:
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Chris MurphyDemocratic Senator from Connecticut;
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Mehdi Hasanjournalist and founder of Mehdi Hasan show;
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Oliver Merinoactivist for Latino Migration Project;
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Afeni Evansdo Movement for Black Lives;
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Shawn Skellyformer Navy officer and former member of the Biden administration;
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Keya Chatterjeedirector of US Climate Action Network;
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Leah Greenbergpolitical strategist;
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Bernie Sandersindependent senator from Vermont.
