No Kings Protest Planned Nationwide
On October 18, 2025, activists are set to hold around 2,500 “No Kings” demonstrations across all 50 states in response to the Trump administration’s policies.
In a recent interview, President Trump commented on the protests, addressing the notion of being labeled “king.” “Some people say they want to delay (reopening the government) for the sake of the King, but this is not the King,” he stated. “You know, they say they call me king, but I’m not.”
These protests are primarily a critique of the administration and also tie the “Free Palestine” movement to recent anti-Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) rhetoric from the left.
The first wave of “No Kings” protests occurred in June, where about 5 million people participated in marches against Trump while he celebrated with a military parade in Washington. This upcoming event is expected to have around 450 additional gatherings.
House Speaker Mike Johnson described the nationwide protests as “an American rally of hate.”
In the earlier demonstrations, some attendees were notably hostile, booing a woman who sang the national anthem.
Interestingly, organizers are promoting the event as non-partisan, showcasing a combination of patriotic themes with participants dressed as the Statue of Liberty and bald eagles. Despite this, a notable number of American flags were burned during the protests.
The event’s official partners appear to align closely with Democratic fundraising. Among the 24 political action committees involved are notable groups like Indivisible Action and College Democrats of America.
Former Vice President Kamala Harris shared a video appealing to individuals to join the protests, emphasizing the importance of voicing opinions. “In our country, the power lies with the people,” she remarked, encouraging peaceful participation.
Some observers are skeptical, with one social media user noting the irony of Harris urging participation from someone who was elected without facing any opposition.
Financial backing for the protests reportedly includes support from billionaire George Soros, who has previously funded various pro-Democratic entities. Notably, a significant grant from Soros’ Open Society Foundations was given to Indivisible.
According to a public database, many organizations assisting the protests include anti-Israel groups. Critics argue that their nonprofit status allows them to operate without tax obligations while perpetuating political agendas.
“They call it ‘No Kings,’ but what they’ve built is an empire of tax-exempt organizations that do Democratic Party work at the taxpayer’s benefit,” claimed tech entrepreneur Jennica Pounds. She criticized their activities as anything but charitable, suggesting they warrant investigation.
In light of the protests, President Trump has instructed the Department of Justice to look into potential violations concerning organized crime statutes.
Protests are also gaining traction internationally. In Paris, messages like “If Kamala were president, we’d go to brunch” have surfaced, while similar signs appeared at demonstrations in Berlin and Sweden, critiquing Trump’s presidency.
In Rome, protesters held banners stating, “The King is Not My President” and even combined imagery of various historical figures to symbolize their frustrations.
