No Kings Protests Expected Across 2000 US Cities Against Trump’s Military Parade

On June 14, a nationwide protest movement called "No Kings" is organizing rallies across approximately 2,000 U.S. cities, excluding Washington, D.C., to oppose President Donald Trump's policies and his military parade celebrating the U.S. Army's 250th anniversary, which also coincides with Trump's 79th birthday. The movement criticizes Trump's leadership style as authoritarian and likens it to monarchy, calling the parade a wasteful glorification of militarism. Organizers expect millions to participate, with the flagship event planned in Philadelphia, emphasizing nonviolent protest and de-escalation. In response, President Trump dismissed the protests' accusations, asserting he does not see himself as a king and highlighting the challenges he faces in getting legislation approved, contrasting his position with that of a monarch. Trump also warned that protesters at the D.C. parade would face "very big force," though his administration claims to support peaceful demonstrations. The protests reflect broader opposition to the Trump administration's policies and its symbolic military display.