No Kings, Philadelphia and Trump
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The "No Kings" protest is taking place in cities across the country in response to Trump's military parade in Washington, D.C.
By all accounts, the "No Kings" protest in Philadelphia was generally peaceful. Minus this one guy from Lancaster, allegedly.
In a city known as the cradle of American democracy, an impassioned, hourslong protest filled the streets for a 'No Kings Nationwide Day of Defiance.'
We don’t do kings here’: Photos from Saturday’s march Millions of people took part nationwide in Saturday’s […]
Philadelphia’s "No Kings" protest was a mass expression of anti-Trump resistance. It was also a magnet for lovers of period costumes. The rally featured a professional James Madison impersonator, a suffragette and an array of folks in wigs and tricorn hats.
The largest "No Kings" protest on June 14 is expected to take place in Philadelphia as a nod to the country's history and to avoid accusations that protesters are opposing the Army parade in the nation's capital, organizers have said.
Mayor Cherelle L. Parker warned that at Saturday’s planned protest in Philadelphia against President Donald Trump’s policies, the “order of the day” for city police will be “keeping the peace.” “Philadelphia is ready for this weekend,
Philadelphia Police are stationed along the edges of today’s protest but seem pretty relaxed. Most are outfitted in normal attire — no riot shields or helmets. "So far, so good," one officer replied when asked if there had been any disruptions.