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On Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025, millions of Americans poured into the streets for the second No Kings protest this year. Organizers from hundreds of national and local progressive groups say nearly 7 million people participated in about 2,700 different No Kings events. In every state, in cities big and small, protesters used signs, costumes and chants to double down on democracy and accuse President Donald Trump of behaving more like a monarch than an elected official... Marchers carried “We the People” signs and references to the U.S. Constitution, including: “The Constitution is not optional,” “Democracy not monarchy” and “No kings since 1776.” Signs and chants varied by region: In New York City, protesters dressed up as the Statue of Liberty; in...

Abbott and Sen. Cruz to stand up to the Trump administration’s abuses of power. This protest’s turnout was even larger than that of the first No Kings protest on June 14 (incidentally Trump’s birthday), which drew crowds of about 5 million, according to No Kings organizers. Both were among the largest single-day protests in American history. Since taking office in January 2025, the president’s administration has advanced a far-right agenda, including cracking down on immigration, slashing healthcare funds and rolling back climate change prevention efforts. Many new policies have targeted women specifically, such as cutting back funds for domestic violence support programs and eliminating funding for family planning, reproductive health and maternal health for women around the world.

According to recent polls, Trump’s overall approval rating has fallen to 44 percent in the past two months, with many respondents citing concerns over how Trump has handled the economy as well as other... "If Kamala were president, we'd all be at brunch." Happening now: Here’s a view of the “No Kings” protest in Washington, DC pic.twitter.com/dpKlbJQZoq Source: San Francisco Chronicle/Hearst Newspapers / Getty On Oct. 18, No Kings, one of the largest days of protest against the Trump administration’s policies, unfolded on Saturday, as tens of thousands of demonstrators took to the streets in cities across the United States.

The marches centered on a unifying message: that President Trump is acting more like a monarch than an elected leader, and that message was shown loud and clear through the eye-catching signs that appeared... The coordinated demonstrations marked the second major nationwide mobilization by No Kings, a coalition of progressive groups formed to oppose Trump’s divisive laws and agendas. According to the protest organization’s website, more than 2,700 No Kings events took place in nearly every state, including New York, California, Texas, Maryland, and more. Their projected turnouts, which were more than 7 million, were reportedly 14 times larger than both of Trump’s inaugurations combined. While the demonstrations spanned a range of local issues, the protests shared a common theme of defending democracy and constitutional rights. Participants voiced outrage over the administration’s immigration policies and criticized Trump’s push to use federal and military intervention in Democratic-led states as a response to crime.

Organizers framed these actions as an erosion of civil liberties and a dangerous consolidation of power. In places like Washington, D.C., and New York City, thousands gathered near the U.S. Capitol and in Midtown Manhattan, filling the streets with protest signs that read, “No Kings, No Tyrants,” and “No Kings We Love Our America,” demanding justice and equality. Many protesters wore yellow, which organizers described as a symbol of unity and shared purpose. The crowd included families, activists, students, and federal employees, many of whom have been directly affected by the ongoing government shutdown. For anyone who is looking to make some noise for democracy – we are helping you with protest sign ideas.

Update: While some say it’s the I Hate America Protest, it’s actually the opposite. The I Love America Protest, aka No Kings Protest 2.0 is happening October 18th across the nation. This is to make a stand against authoritarianism and fascism. Whether you are hitting the streets to peacefully stand up for for immigrants, democratic values, Donald Trump, at a No Kings protest – or just want to express your feelings about the current political... Ready to brainstorm some sign magic? Whether you’re going for witty one-liners, pop culture references, or straight-up truth bombs about democratic values, we’ve got ideas that’ll help you stand out in the crowd while standing up for what matters.

Join in and use your voice for the No Kings Protest on October 18th. The original No Kings protest was held on June 14, 2025. Make it fun, wear an inflatable costume, wave your United States flag proudly. We are here to stand as Americans in support of the nation that we know and love. American social feeds are flooded with images of protesters and handmade signs coming out of the massive protests happening across the United States over the weekend. In direct contrast to Donald Trump’s birthday and the 250th anniversary of the army parade happening in Washington, D.C., all across America, concerned citizens showed up with their signs in inclement weather to show...

Whether you attended a local protest or not, you can’t help but laugh at—or even be inspired by—the messages coming out of the “No Kings Day” protests. Here are just a few of the popular signs from over the weekend from all across the country: Salt Lake City seniors heading out for a #NoKingsProtest in front of their assisted living facility bright and early this morning. pic.twitter.com/lhksec7O95 Thousands of No Kings protests swept across the United States on Saturday, June 14. The protests intentionally coincided with a lavish, Trump-ordered U.S.

Army 250th anniversary parade, Flag Day and the president’s 79th birthday. From big cities, to small rural towns, representing every corner of the country, between 4 and 6 million people in more than 2,000 locations attended No Kings protests across the country, making it one... history. Meanwhile, in Washington, D.C., Trump’s military parade was “underwhelming,” according to reporters at The New York Times. According to the Associated Press, attendance fell far short of the expected 200,000. A post shared by Ms.

Magazine (@ms_magazine) At the No Kings protests, signs criticized many of Trump’s policies, including mass deportations of immigrants without due process; ongoing efforts to dismantle the civil service and weaken government agencies; attacks on academia and...

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