“No Kings” Protests Explode in LA Amid Trump Parade
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Los Angeles lit up last weekend as tens of thousands joined the nationwide "No Kings" movement, rallying at City Hall and beyond in a bold stand against President Trump's military parade and controversial ICE raids.
What's Going Down in LA
- Downtown LA saw around 25,000 people, packing streets in defiance of Trump's parade theme—"no king of America" was the marchers' message.
- Peaceful vibes deteriorated into clashes: protesters threw bottles and tear gas canisters back at police, prompting LAPD to respond with tear gas, flash-bangs, and arrests—38 by night's end.
- Authorities warned of "agitators" hurling rocks and fireworks near the federal building, declaring unlawful assembly after curfew.
What It Means
The LA march was part of a historic No Kings Day, coinciding with Trump's 79th birthday and the U.S. Army's 250th parade. Organizers claim 5 million people across 2,000+ cities united in protest. While most events stayed peaceful, LA's swirl of defiance reflected deeper frustration.
Voices from the Streets
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Jon Favreau
@jonfavs·ex-White House
"Big patriotic crowd at this No Kings LA protest."
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Adrian Weckler
@adrianweckler·Irish journalist
"'No Kings Day' protest in LA is enormous — 10s of 1000s, at least. Pretty peaceful and jolly so far."
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LA Fallout & Flashpoints
- 38 arrests, mostly for curfew violations, plus dispersal orders by LAPD and County Sheriffs.
- 12 officers injured amid skirmishes, prompting tighter law-enforcement presence.
- Some viewed this not just as protest, but as resistance to what they saw as authoritarian overreach—from immigration raids to national military spectacle.
What's Next?!
- Protesters vow to keep momentum alive: No Kings movement plans more actions in SoCal and nationwide.
- Expect shifts: Heavy police response but signs of growing civil discontent.
- This moment could mark a turning point in public resistance to Trump's second term.