What to know about this weekend’s ‘No Kings’ rallies
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Millions of Americans are organizing "No Kings" demonstrations on March 28 to protest Trump administration immigration and Iran policies.
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Millions of Americans are planning "No Kings" demonstrations Saturday, March 28, to protest Trump administration policies, particularly around immigration enforcement and military actions related to Iran. The rallies represent a continuation of protests that gained momentum last year, indicating sustained grassroots opposition to the current administration's approach to these issues. The demonstrations come amid heightened national tensions over both border security measures and foreign policy decisions, making the scale and messaging of this weekend's events a gauge of anti-administration sentiment heading into 2026.
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Millions of Americans are planning "No Kings" demonstrations scheduled for Saturday, March 28.
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