‘No Kings’ Protests Decry Trump and His Agenda

New York Times
by Thomas Fuller
March 28, 2026
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Thousands protested across the U.S. against President Trump and his administration's policies in 'No Kings' demonstrations.

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Thousands of protesters gathered across the country in demonstrations dubbed "No Kings," expressing opposition to President Trump and his administration's policies. Minnesota emerged as a particular flashpoint for the demonstrations following the Trump administration's immigration enforcement actions in the state. The protests reflect growing grassroots resistance to the administration's agenda among segments of the American public. The "No Kings" framing suggests protesters are characterizing Trump's approach to governance as authoritarian, invoking language that echoes historical American anti-monarchical sentiment. The demonstrations indicate sustained political mobilization against the Trump administration's policies in his second term.

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