WASHINGTON — Organizers reported large crowds at more than 3,000 “No Kings” protests across the United States on Saturday, as demonstrators gathered in cities, suburbs and small towns to oppose policies of the Trump administration.
Events took place in all 50 states, with participants voicing concerns over the ongoing conflict with Iran, immigration enforcement operations and the partial government shutdown affecting the Department of Homeland Security. Crowds filled streets and parks from major metropolitan areas such as New York, Los Angeles and Chicago to smaller communities in states including Idaho, Wyoming and Montana. Organizers described the day as one of the largest coordinated single-day actions in recent years, with preliminary estimates placing nationwide attendance in the millions.
The protests marked the third round of “No Kings” demonstrations since President Donald Trump took office for a second term. Previous events in 2025 drew significant participation. Saturday’s actions included marches, rallies and speeches, with some events featuring musical performances and symbolic displays. In Minnesota, a flagship rally at the state capitol in St. Paul drew thousands, while gatherings occurred in Washington, D.C., on the National Mall and in other locations.
Many protests focused on opposition to U.S. military involvement in the Iran conflict, now in its second month, and disruptions caused by the DHS funding impasse that began Feb. 14. The partial shutdown has led to staffing shortages at the Transportation Security Administration and extended security lines at airports. Demonstrators also raised issues related to immigration enforcement by Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
Local law enforcement reported mostly peaceful gatherings, with isolated verbal confrontations in a few locations such as West Palm Beach, Florida. No widespread injuries or major arrests were detailed in initial reports from authorities.
As of Sunday, organizers continued to compile attendance figures and assessments from events nationwide. Cleanup operations concluded in many cities, and participants in some areas planned follow-up meetings. The demonstrations occurred as the administration awaited responses to diplomatic proposals regarding the Strait of Hormuz and managed the partial shutdown standoff with Congress.
