‘No Kings’ movement plans another day of action protesting President Trump
The No Kings Coalition is calling for another nationwide day of action next month, part of a growing movement that has already drawn millions into the streets.
The group, which describes itself as a non-violent network of grassroots and national organizations, announced its next “No Kings Day” for October 18.
Earlier this year on June 14, the coalition staged its first coordinated day of protests. Organizers said that effort was meant to send a message that “America has no kings” and that power belongs to the people.
Now, they’re preparing to return to the streets, promising an even larger mobilization. Here’s what to know.
When is the next No Kings event happening?
The coalition has set Friday, Oct. 18 as its second national day of action. Demonstrations are expected in cities across the U.S., though local organizers are still finalizing details about exact locations and times. A campaign hub with updates is live at nokings.org.
How is this different from the June 14 protests?
In their announcement, organizers tied this fall’s demonstrations to what they describe as escalating threats from President Donald Trump.
“President Trump’s latest escalations include threats to send militarized forces into U.S. cities, the continued detention and encampment of immigrants, and his recent remark that ‘a lot of people are saying, ‘maybe we’d like a dictator.’ The October mobilization is designed as a direct, non-violent rebuke to those authoritarian claims,” No Kings organizers wrote in an emailed news release.
No Kings organizers also said they are emphasizing partnerships with more local organizations this time around.
Who is behind the movement?
The No Kings Coalition is a broad alliance of advocacy groups. Partners include the ACLU, American Federation of Teachers, Common Defense, Indivisible, League of Conservation Voters, MoveOn, National Nurses United, Public Citizen, SEIU and United We Dream, among others.
No Kings organizers encourage local groups to organize their own marches, rallies, and teach-ins under the “No Kings” banner. Coalition leaders stress that all events are intended to remain peaceful.
