Thousands march in No Kings protests against Trump and ICE across US
Thousands march in No Kings protests against Trump and ICE across US
Protests erupt nationwide under the No Kings banner, opposing Trump and ICE, with Bruce Springsteen joining a Minnesota rally.
Thousands of protesters took to streets across the United States under the No Kings banner, sending a unified message against what organizers describe as a tyrannical approach to governing, a looming Iran war, and hardline domestic policies. The demonstrations spanned major cities and small towns alike, signaling broad discontent with Trump-era policies and what supporters view as efforts to curb civil liberties. Across the country, marchers pleaded for accountability and an end to policies they say threaten democratic norms.
In Minnesota, a standout moment came at a No Kings rally in Minneapolis when Bruce Springsteen performed a specially written song protesting ICE activity. The Born in the U.S.A. singer took the stage on Saturday, March 28, and performed Streets of Minneapolis, a moment some attendees described as a powerful symbolic gesture against federal enforcement actions. He also paid tribute to Renée Good and Alex Pretti, two individuals who were shot dead by federal agents in Minneapolis in January 2026. The demonstration in Minnesota aligned with the broader national protest against ICE, the ongoing Iran war, and what organizers framed as Trump’s habit of ruling as a tyrant.
Organizers emphasized that the No Kings demonstrations are about opposing what they call imperial and domestic hardline policies, urging voters and lawmakers to rethink priorities abroad and at home. Trump, meanwhile, has publicly defended his approach, reiterating that he is not a king and stressing his focus on what he calls improvements to the country.
Despite the intense rhetoric, participants described the rallies as peaceful and inclusive, inviting neighbors to engage in dialogue about immigration, foreign policy, and the balance of power. The No Kings movement appears to be tapping into a wider sense of frustration with leadership style and policy direction, resonating with people across the country who are seeking accountability and substantive change.
