On March 28, a significant wave of protests swept across the United States, organized under the slogan “No Kings.” Demonstrators voiced their opposition to various policies of President Donald Trump, including military actions in Iran, strict immigration enforcement, and rising living costs.
Protest organizers articulated their stance against what they perceive as tyrannical governance by Trump. They stated, “Trump wants to rule us like a tyrant. But this is America, and power belongs to the people—not to self-proclaimed kings or their billionaire accomplices.”
In response, the White House dismissed the protests as mere “therapy sessions for those suffering from Trump-induced disorder,” claiming that the only individuals concerned were journalists paid to cover the events.
The protests took place in nearly all major U.S. cities, including New York, Washington, D.C., and Los Angeles. In the nation’s capital, demonstrators filled central streets, gathered on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial, and congregated on the National Mall.
As in previous “No Kings” protests, participants brought effigies of Trump, Vice President Jay D. Vance, and other administration officials. Some protesters called for their removal and arrest.
One focal point of the protests was Minnesota, where federal immigration agents were involved in the deaths of two American citizens, Rene Nicole Good and Alex Pretty, in January. This incident sparked widespread outrage and national protests against the administration’s immigration policies. Thousands gathered at the Minnesota State Capitol in St. Paul, where notable Democratic Party figures also spoke.
Musician Bruce Springsteen participated in the event, performing his song “Streets of Minneapolis,” which addresses the protests against immigration policies.
In New York City, thousands filled Times Square and marched through Midtown Manhattan, prompting police to close streets to manage the crowd.
However, incidents occurred in several cities. In Los Angeles, the Department of Homeland Security reported the arrest of two individuals for assaulting federal law enforcement officers. The agency stated that a crowd surrounded the Roybal federal building and began throwing objects at agents, resulting in injuries to two officers.
The Los Angeles Police Department also reported “numerous arrests” after protesters failed to disperse near a federal prison. Federal forces employed “non-lethal measures” to disperse the crowd.
In Dallas, arrests were made following minor clashes when counter-protesters disrupted the “No Kings” march by blocking streets.
Despite these incidents, organizers emphasized that the protests remained largely peaceful, although National Guard units had been mobilized in several states.
It is important to note that the “No Kings” protests have occurred multiple times over the past year in various U.S. cities. Participants have consistently opposed what they describe as a “cult of personality” surrounding Trump and efforts to transform the presidency into a tool for self-aggrandizement, asserting that symbols of monarchy or authoritarian regimes have no place in a republic. Trump and his allies have previously depicted the presidency in monarchical terms.
Protests across the U.S. on March 28, organized under the slogan 'No Kings,' targeted President Trump's policies, including immigration enforcement and military actions. While largely peaceful, some incidents of violence and arrests were reported in various cities.