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On October 18, more than 7 million of us rose up at more than 2,700 events in all 50 states, DC, and cities worldwide to say: America has no kings, and the power belongs... Now, our task is to stay vigilant, stay united, and continue to push back. In June, millions of everyday Americans from every walk of life peacefully took to the streets and declared with one voice: No Kings. The world saw the power of the people, and President Trump’s attempt at a coronation collapsed under the strength of a movement rising against his abuses of power. Now, he’s doubling down — sending militarized agents into our communities, silencing voters, and handing billionaires giveaways while families struggle. This isn’t just politics.

It’s democracy versus dictatorship. And together, we’re choosing democracy. Organizers say interest is growing since the crackdown on protesters in L.A. Progressive groups say they'll hold more than 1,500 “No Kings Day” events across the U.S. on Saturday to protest the Trump administration and to counter the military parade in Washington, D.C., marking the U.S. Army’s 250th birthday.

The original plan from major progressive organizing group Indivisible and others to counter the military parade with protests was first announced in early May. But Indivisible Co-Executive Director Ezra Levin told MSNBC on Monday night that President Donald Trump’s response to protests against Immigration and Customs Enforcement in Los Angeles has brought many more people to the No... In its May news release announcing the events, Indivisible said that the parade is meant to be a "made-for-TV display of dominance for [Trump's] birthday" and that the president is using the military's birthday... Last month, when asked about reports of the military parade by NBC News, Trump said the parade plans were “not for my birthday” but are for Flag Day and to celebrate the military. The Pentagon and Army have said they are planning their own birthday celebration and not planning to sing “happy birthday” to the president. Lisa Baumann, Associated Press Lisa Baumann, Associated Press

Opponents of President Donald Trump's administration are set to rally in hundreds of cities on Saturday during the military parade in Washington to mark the Army's 250th anniversary, which coincides with Trump's birthday. The "No Kings" protests are set to take place to counter what organizers say are Trump's plans to feed his ego on his 79th birthday and Flag Day. "No Kings" will follow several days of nationwide protests against federal immigration raids including in Los Angeles, where Trump's deployment of the National Guard further agitated his opponents. Texas Gov. Greg Abbott is following the president's cue. Abbott said Thursday that he has ordered the deployment of more than 5,000 Texas National Guard troops, along with more than 2,000 state police, in response to the ongoing demonstrations and in preparation for...

The Army birthday celebration had already been planned. But earlier this spring, Trump announced his intention to ratchet up the event to include 60-ton M1 Abrams battle tanks and Paladin self-propelled howitzers rolling through the city streets. He has long sought a similar display of patriotic force. Sgt. Matthew Fagiana discussed security measures and how local and federal law enforcement officers are keeping the public safe on No Kings Day protests across the U.S. Thousands of people are expected to rally in hundreds of cities across America on Saturday to protest the Trump administration and counter the president’s military parade in Washington, D.C.

to mark the Army’s 250th birthday. Today is also Flag Day, which commemorates the adoption of the U.S. flag on June 14, 1777. The counter-protesters are framing their demonstrations under the slogan "No Kings," describing it as a "day of defiance" against Trump and his allies while other have been calling for the president to be "dethroned." Thousands of people are expected to rally in hundreds of cities across America on Saturday to protest the Trump administration and counter the president’s military parade in Washington, D.C. to mark the Army’s 250th birthday.

(Tom Williams/CQ-Roll Call, Inc. via Getty Images.) FLORIDA SHERIFF FIRES OFF BLUNT MESSAGE TO VIOLENT ANTI-TRUMP PROTESTERS: 'WE WILL KILL YOU GRAVEYARD DEAD' Protestors are taking to the streets and community hubs nationwide on June 14 in what organizers expect will be the largest single-day anti-President Trump rally since the start of the administration. Why it matters: The widespread movement will run counter to Trump’s multimillion dollar military parade in D.C. What they’re saying: “Donald Trump wants tanks in the street and a made-for-TV display of dominance for his birthday,” the No Kings website said.

By the numbers: Millions of people are estimated to protest in more than 1,500 cities across all 50 states and commonwealths, organizers said. [Continue reading…]

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