‘No Kings’ protesters take to the streets in Washington, DC
Protesters rally against President Donald Trump on “No Kings” Day in Washington, DC, October 18, 2025.
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More than 3,000 protests are planned across the United States on March 28 as part of the nationwide “No Kings” movement, which organizers say could be one of the largest nonviolent demonstrations in the country’s history. Organizers say the number of events continues to grow every day and millions of people are expected to attend.
The event comes amid political tensions, the affordability crisis, and debate over immigration, civil rights, and the role of the federal government. Organizers including MoveOn, the ACLU and national labor unions say the mobilization is aimed at rejecting what they say is an abuse of power and defending fundamental principles of democracy.
What is the Norkings protest?
The “No Kings” protests are a series of demonstrations organized by a national coalition of civil society, trade unions and community organizations. The name reflects the organizers’ position that the United States should not be ruled as a monarchy, but rather with democratic principles and public participation.
The movement is growing rapidly, with more than 5 million people participating in more than 2,100 events in June and more than 7 million people participating in more than 2,700 protests in October, according to data provided by organizers. The March 28 mobilization represents the next stage of this growth and is expected to break attendance records.
For U.S. Latino audiences, the movement’s focus includes important issues such as immigration policy, access to basic services, the cost of living, and other issues that directly impact millions of Hispanic families in the country.
Where will the March 28th No Kings protest take place?
Organizers said protests will be held in all 50 states, with large rallies in cities including New York, Philadelphia, Washington, D.C., Chicago, Denver, Seattle and San Francisco. Large marches are expected in several cities in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions.
For example, in New York, the main protests start at 2pm in Manhattan, while in Philadelphia they start at noon at City Hall. Events will also be held in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Maryland and Delaware, adding dozens more venues in each state.
To find protests near you, organizers recommend using the interactive map available at NoKings.org or platforms like Mobize.us, which allows users to enter their zip code to find events near them.
What are the demonstrators demanding and what issues are driving their mobilization?
Organizers say the protests respond to multiple concerns, including what they describe as immigration policy, the rising cost of living, access to health care and education, and attacks on civil rights and fundamental freedoms.
The main requirements include:
- Ending policies that affect immigrant communities
- Protection of the right to vote and freedom of expression
- Lower cost of living and access to basic services
- Advocating for the LGBTQ+ community and workers’ rights
Additionally, the movement has promoted trainings such as Eyes on ICE, which aims to educate citizens about their rights and how to legally and safely document federal actions.
What happens next after the March 28 protests?
Organizers expect the March 28 mobilization to be a turning point, especially in a tense political situation with debate over a government shutdown and major decisions in Congress.
If participation reaches expected levels, the movement could establish itself as one of the largest expressions of modern protest in the United States. What happens on the streets and in the political response that day will be key in defining the next steps for this national coalition.
For millions of people, the mobilization will not end on March 28 and is likely to grow further in the months that follow.
Contributed by: USA TODAY
Boris Q’va is a Spanish national trends news reporter for Connect/USA TODAY Network. You can follow him on X as @ByBorisQva or write to him at BBalsindesUrquiola@gannett.com.
