“They have never pushed the country into such an existential crisis.”
Fifty-four-year-old Holly Bemis said she and others marching in New York were driven by the same spirit as their ancestors who fought in the American Revolution.
She added, “We stood up against monarchy and fought for independence. Now, we’re doing that once again.”
At the National Mall in Washington, crowds gathered to voice support for democracy, holding placards critical of Trump.
In Maryland, a group of elderly protesters, some in wheelchairs, demonstrated with signs reading “Resist tyranny,” “Speak up for democracy,” and “Say goodbye to Trump.”
In the ‘No Kings’ protests against Trump, well-known Hollywood actor Robert De Niro took part, alongside New York Attorney General Letitia James and veteran political figure Al Sharpton. The protest took place on March 28, 2026, in New York.
In Dallas, thousands attended a rally where clashes broke out between ‘No Kings’ demonstrators and opposing groups.
In Los Angeles, retiree Teresa Gaine joined the protest, saying it is important for everyone to stand against authoritarianism, fascism, and greed.
She remarked, “Everything Trump is doing is aimed at enriching himself and taking resources away from ordinary Americans.”
On Saturday, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security reported that nearly a thousand individuals surrounded a federal building, and two people were arrested for allegedly assaulting federal officers.
The Los Angeles Police Department stated on social media that several protesters were detained for refusing to leave the area near a federal detention facility.
Authorities used tear gas to disperse the crowd after protesters threw objects, including bricks, over a barrier.
Publisher: Mustakim Nibir
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