Thousands Join ‘No Kings’ Protests Against Donald Trump Across US And Europe, Minnesota Leads

Large-scale “No Kings Day” protests against President Donald Trump and the ongoing war in Iran drew thousands of demonstrators across the United States and several European cities on Saturday, with organisers claiming millions were expected to participate in coordinated rallies.

Minnesota emerged as the symbolic centre of the demonstrations, with the main gathering held at the State Capitol in St. Paul. Thousands of protesters filled the Capitol grounds and surrounding streets, many waving upside-down American flags as a sign of distress. The state was chosen as the flagship location following the fatal shootings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti by federal agents during earlier protests tied to the administration’s strict immigration enforcement policies.

The Minnesota rally gained additional prominence with an appearance by musician Bruce Springsteen, who performed “Streets of Minneapolis,” a song written in response to the shootings. Addressing the crowd, he paid tribute to the victims and praised local resistance movements, saying Minnesota’s response had inspired people across the country.

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Protests were reported in locations ranging from major metropolitan areas such as New York City to smaller towns like Driggs, Idaho. Organisers stated that more than 3,100 events were registered across all 50 states, marking an increase from similar demonstrations held in October. Previous “No Kings” rallies reportedly drew millions of participants, and organisers expressed hopes of reaching even higher turnout figures this weekend.

In Topeka, Kansas, demonstrators gathered outside the Statehouse in a more theatrical display, with some participants dressed in symbolic costumes, including a frog king and a caricature of Trump. The variety of protest styles reflected a broader effort to draw attention to concerns over domestic policies, civil liberties, and foreign engagements under the current administration.

The demonstrations also extended beyond the United States. In cities such as Rome, London, and Paris, protesters voiced opposition to the conflict in Iran and raised concerns about democratic institutions and rising far-right movements. In Paris, American expatriates joined local labour unions and human rights groups near Bastille, condemning what they described as unlawful and unjust military actions, underscoring the global resonance of the protests.

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