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Nationwide 'No Kings' Protests Mobilize Against Trump's Administration

Law enforcement coordination underpins efforts to ensure peaceful demonstrations by millions across 50 states

David Teague, a colonial reenactor, holds a sign that says "No Kings" during a protest against President Trump and his policies on Saturday, April 19, 2025 in Anchorage, Alaska.
Protesters against President Donald Trump hold signs at a “No Kings Day” rally at the state Capitol in Hartford on March 4. (Christopher Keating/Hartford Courant)
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Overview

  • Roughly 2,000 “No Kings” demonstrations will take place across all 50 states on June 14, coinciding with President Trump’s military parade and birthday.
  • The 50501 Movement has added hundreds of events and registered hundreds of thousands of participants to underscore widespread opposition beyond Washington, D.C.
  • Connecticut’s 32 planned rallies include a Hartford gathering expected to draw up to 5,000 people with speakers such as Sen. Richard Blumenthal and Rep. John Larson.
  • Organizers have expanded “know your rights” trainings and arranged medical teams following federal troop deployments to Los Angeles protests.
  • Connecticut State Police and local agencies are coordinating closely to protect assemblies and support peaceful demonstrations statewide.