Violence Across America at "No Kings" Protests Against Trump, Iran War
Demonstrations against US President Donald Trump’s policies took place across the United States on Saturday, with organizers of the “No Kings” movement staging more than 3,000 events nationwide. Clashes broke out in Portland, Oregon, outside a federal immigration facility.
Demonstrations against US President Donald Trump’s policies took place across the United States on Saturday, with organizers of the “No Kings” movement staging more than 3,000 events nationwide. While some protests were peaceful, clashes broke out in Portland, Oregon, outside a federal immigration facility.
Video from the scene showed masked agitators confronting federal officers near an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) building in the city. According to authorities, individuals threw objects at officers, shouted insults, and attempted to breach the facility. At least some protesters were seen wearing gas masks, while officers appeared without similar protective gear.
Local police warned demonstrators to stay away from the building, stating that attempts to enter the facility could result in arrest. Officials said crowd control measures, including the possible use of impact munitions, could be deployed if necessary. Authorities also warned against vandalism and arson, after graffiti including the word “nazis” was sprayed on the building.
The unrest in Portland came hours after protests concluded across the city as part of the broader national movement.
Elsewhere, large crowds gathered in major cities including Washington, New York, Los Angeles, and Minneapolis. Organizers said the demonstrations were aimed at opposing the administration’s domestic policies and its military campaign against Iran.
Participants at rallies voiced concerns over the economic cost of the war and its broader implications. In Washington, demonstrators gathered on the National Mall with signs criticizing the administration and calling for an end to the conflict.
Organizers said turnout was particularly strong in smaller cities and suburban areas, marking an expansion of the movement beyond major urban centers. Previous “No Kings” protests drew millions of participants nationwide, and Saturday’s events were expected to be among the largest to date.
The protests come as Trump’s approval ratings have declined amid rising fuel prices and criticism of the war effort, according to recent polling.
Political reactions to the demonstrations were divided. Critics of the administration described the protests as a reflection of growing public frustration, while Republican officials accused organizers of amplifying extreme rhetoric.
With midterm elections approaching, organizers said they hope to translate protest participation into political engagement in the months ahead.