Massive ‘No Kings’ Protests Sweep U.S., Trump Responds with Controversial Video
Millions joined the “No Kings” protests across 2,500+ U.S. cities Saturday, condemning what they called President Trump’s “authoritarian power grab.” Demonstrators carried signs like “Democracy, Not Monarchy,” while high-profile Democrats including Bernie Sanders and Chuck Schumer joined the marches.
ACLU leaders and protesters called the movement a stand for democracy and the rule of law. But Trump escalated tensions by posting an AI-generated video showing himself as “King Trump” flying a fighter jet and dumping sewage on protesters. He later shared another video of himself donning a crown, saying, “I’m not a king,” while dismissing the protests as a “joke.”
Vice President JD Vance and Speaker Mike Johnson echoed support for Trump, with Johnson calling the protests “Hate America” rallies. Protest organizers responded, accusing Republicans of ignoring real issues and attacking peaceful dissent.