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Nationwide 'No Kings' protests held across the United States

On Saturday, thousands of demonstrators participated in 'No Kings' rallies across all 50 U.S. states to protest the policies of President Donald Trump, including his immigration enforcement efforts and the conflict with Iran. Organizers reported over 3,000 planned events, with a significant increase in participation from smaller communities compared to previous mobilizations. Notable demonstrations occurred in New York City, led by actor Robert De Niro, and in Saint Paul, Minnesota, where Governor Tim Walz and Senator Bernie Sanders addressed the crowd. During the Minnesota event, musician Bruce Springsteen performed a song honoring Renee Good and Alex Pretti, two U.S. citizens killed by federal immigration officers earlier this year. Participants voiced concerns regarding constitutional threats and authoritarianism, while reports indicate that approximately two-thirds of the events took place outside major city centers. President Trump spent the day at his private golf club in Florida. Sources provide varying estimates on the total number of events, citing between 3,000 and 3,200, while the movement continues to expand its reach into suburban and rural areas ahead of upcoming elections.

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