NEW YORK, NY – Over 100,00’thousands of individuals attended the ‘No Kings’ rally in Times Square, rallying against President Donald Trump and voicing concerns about the perceived direction of national leadership. The event featured impassioned speeches and signs that described Trump as a ‘fascist’ and ‘king,’ with protesters raising alarms about the possible consequences of his policies on American democracy and public welfare.
Among participants, some highlighted the impact of Trump’s policies on vulnerable communities, with one woman, Nicole, stating that she and her husband, recently diagnosed with cancer, face the risk of losing their health insurance in 2026. The rally’s atmosphere was mostly peaceful, with protesters marching through 7th Avenue while displaying a range of messages critical of the administration. One particularly contentious sign referenced the 10-fold increase in violence against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents, linking Trump’s policies to heightened tensions and insecurity among law enforcement.
Another participant, Laura, who said she was from Seattle but came to New York for the rally, expressed worry over the potential impact of Trump’s policies on LGBTQ rights, particularly marriage equality. ‘We just might as well bend over,’ she said, referring to the risk of losing personal freedoms under Trump’s administration. While the event was described as peaceful, some attendees mentioned concerns about the presence of Antifa and its designation as a domestic terrorist organization by the president, highlighting the growing political polarization.