'No Kings' Protests Draw Millions, Some Violence Reported

On June 14, 2025, nationwide 'No Kings' protests were held in roughly 2,000 U.S. communities, coinciding with President Trump's 79th birthday and the U.S. Army's 250th anniversary parade in Washington, D.C. The demonstrations, organized in response to perceived authoritarian actions by the Trump administration, drew millions of participants according to the ACLU, though the White House dismissed them as a 'complete and utter failure.' Actor Mark Ruffalo and other public figures joined rallies in New York City, calling for unity and criticizing the administration's immigration policies. While most protests were peaceful, several incidents of violence and threats occurred, including an arrest in Florida after a man threatened protesters online. Florida authorities issued warnings to demonstrators about potential violence and invoked state anti-riot laws. The protests underscore ongoing tensions around executive power, immigration enforcement, and the future of American democracy.