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Thousands of people filled squares in cities across the United States this year for "No Kings" demonstrations against President Donald Trump's policies, following similar protests held in June and October last year.

Protesters from Washington to Los Angeles, New York and Chicago put the Nov. 3 midterm elections at the center of the rallies, calling on Americans to vote against the Trump administration.

No Kings protests began last year

The first No Kings day was held on June 15, 2025, Trump's 79th birthday, when thousands of people across the country gathered to register their objections to his policies. A second round of protests took place on Oct. 18, 2025, with organizers arguing that Trump was moving the country in a more militaristic and autocratic direction.

Organizers said 5 million people took part in the June demonstrations across the United States and more than 7 million in the October events.

Key takeaways

• Thousands joined "No Kings" protests in Washington, Los Angeles, New York, Chicago and other US cities this year.
• Rallies centered on the Nov. 3 midterms, with organizers urging Americans to "vote early" against the Trump administration.
• Protesters also criticized the administration's immigration policies and its approach to war with Iran.
• Organizers said earlier No Kings rallies drew 5 million participants in June and more than 7 million in October last year.