From London to Washington, ‘No Kings’ protests shake cities as thousands rally against Trump’s policies

'No King' Protest in US: Hundreds of people took to the streets outside US embassies on Saturday in many cities of the world, including London. The protests are part of the first wave of the 'No Kings' campaign, a global protest movement against US President Donald Trump's immigration, education, and security policies. Organizers say the demonstrations are a peaceful protest against the president's "autocratic ambitions."

According to reports, more than 2600 'No Kings' protests are being organized across the world, including in the US. People also took to the streets in Madrid and Barcelona, ​​while thousands joined marches in major cities, towns, and suburbs across the US.

Growing opposition to Trump's policies

Since becoming president, Donald Trump has increased strictness on immigration. He has warned of funding cuts to universities in the wake of pro-Palestinian protests and diversity policy and has approved the deployment of the National Guard in several states. Critics say his policies have deepened divisions in society and endangered democratic values.

The thinking behind the movement

Leah Greenberg, co-founder of Indivisible, an organization running the 'No Kings' movement, said the right to say "no kings" and protest is the real strength of American democracy. He described these marches as peaceful resistance against 'dictatorship.'

March in Washington, DC, also

Protesters in the US capital were seen marching on overpasses leading to Washington, DC, while hundreds gathered near Arlington National Cemetery. According to the organizers, this movement has received the support of more than 300 local organizations. The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) has trained thousands of volunteers as legal and de-escalation guides. This campaign is also being given momentum through social media.

Support from Democrat leaders and celebrities

Democrat leaders like Senator Bernie Sanders, Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton have supported the movement. Many famous personalities have also raised their voices in favor of the 'No Kings' protest from their platforms.

Trump's response and Republican criticism

Trump did not respond to the protests, although he said in an interview with Fox Business, "They're calling me a king, but I'm not a king." On the other hand, Republican leaders criticized these demonstrations, saying that such movements can spread unrest in the country.

Record crowd expected

American sociologist Dana Fisher has estimated that Saturday's demonstrations could be one of the largest in recent years, with around 3 million people attending. "This is not an effort to immediately change Trump's policies, but rather an effort to reinvigorate the collective voice of the people, especially at a time when many are feeling unheard or targeted," he said.