Nationwide 'No Kings' Protests Mark 250th Anniversary of Revolution

Hundreds of protesters across the United States marked the 250th anniversary of the Battles of Lexington and Concord by participating in 'No Kings' rallies, drawing historical parallels between the American Revolution's fight against monarchy and opposition to President Donald Trump’s administration. Demonstrators in cities such as Mobile, Worcester, Boston, and Amarillo voiced concerns over what they described as anti-democratic or authoritarian policies, including aggressive immigration enforcement and new voting restrictions. Many participants criticized recent legislative efforts like the Safeguard Voter Eligibility Act, arguing they could disenfranchise millions, particularly women. Protestors carried signs likening Trump to a monarch and expressed fears about threats to constitutional rights, with some speakers referencing a 'constitutional crisis' and the need to protect freedoms won during the Revolution. Trump administration supporters, including Elon Musk, defended the policies as necessary measures to address immigration and government spending. The coordinated protests reflected ongoing national tensions as Trump’s second term saw rapid implementation of controversial reforms, prompting near-weekly demonstrations.