The No Kings protest was a series of large demonstrations that took place on June 14, 2025, primarily in the United States, against the policies and actions of President Donald Trump during his second term. The protests were organized by a coalition of more than 200 progressive groups, including Indivisible, the ACLU, and the American Federation of Teachers, as a response to what protesters viewed as Trump's authoritarian and fascist tendencies, democratic backsliding, and billionaire-centric politics. The protest day was called "No Kings Day" by participants, reflecting opposition to Trump's self- portrayal as a "king" and his alleged undermining of democracy. The protests coincided with both Trump's 79th birthday and a lavish U.S. Army 250th Anniversary Parade in Washington, D.C. Protesters aimed to counter this parade and the message it conveyed about militarization and authoritarianism. More than five million people participated across over 2,100 cities and towns in the U.S., with additional demonstrations held in U.S. territories and 20 other countries. The largest flagship protest was in Philadelphia, symbolizing a contrast to the military parade in the capital. In countries with monarchies, the protests were often called "No Tyrants" or "No Dictators" to avoid confusion with anti-monarchy sentiments. The demonstrations involved marches, speeches, and nonviolent actions intended to affirm democracy, human rights, and opposition to Trump's policies such as immigration crackdowns and government cuts. The protests were among the largest coordinated political protests in recent U.S. history, aiming to show widespread resistance to Trump's administration and its approach to governance. Trump publicly opposed the protests and warned of a strong response to any unrest near the parade. In summary, the No Kings protests were a massive grassroots, nationwide response against perceived authoritarianism, militarization, and political direction under Trump's second presidency, symbolized on a day marked by his birthday and a high-profile military event.