JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – With thousands of protests planned across the country on Saturday , Jacksonville officials urged residents to keep the protests peaceful.

The protests are part of a nationwide organized event dubbed “ No Kings ,” against President Donald Trump’s administration.

According to the event’s website, the protest is a “nationwide day of defiance.”

On June 14—Flag Day—President Trump wants tanks in the street and a made-for-TV display of dominance for his birthday. A spectacle meant to look like strength. But real power isn’t staged in Washington. It rises up everywhere else.

No Kings is a nationwide day of defiance. From city blocks to small towns, from courthouse steps to community parks, we’re taking action to reject authoritarianism—and show the world what democracy really looks like.

We’re not gathering to feed his ego. We’re building a movement that leaves him behind.

The flag doesn’t belong to President Trump. It belongs to us. We’re not watching history happen. We’re making it.

On June 14th, we’re showing up everywhere he isn’t—to say no thrones, no crowns, no kings.

Anita Hoppenstand said she plans to rally this weekend.

“You’ve got to, you’ve got to speak out. We are not happy with the way the country is being run right now,” Hoppenstand said.

Local and state law enforcement have been vocal about their stance. Law enforcement said it will honor the right of every person to peaceful protest, but will not condone anyone breaking laws.

This week, Gov. Ron DeSantis warned protesters that “the line is very clear” and that law enforcement would be ready to act. He also said that Florida drivers have the right to hit protesters if they feel threatened .

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said the agency is ready to respond to Saturday’s protests.

“As it pertains to your questions - the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is well-prepared for Saturday’s planned protests. Our agency supports and respects Americans’ constitutional right to peacefully protest. However, any conduct outside of the law will not be tolerated, so that JSO can provide for the safety and security of all Jacksonville citizens,” JSO wrote in a statement.

Mayor Donna Deegan’s office also urged all residents to protest in a “safe and calm manner.”

“The City of Jacksonville is expecting peaceful protests in Duval County, and we are urging all participants to exercise their constitutionally protected rights in a safe and calm manner. Local, state, and federal partners have worked collaboratively on preparation plans that ensure public safety,” the mayor’s office wrote in a statement.

Clay County Sheriff’s Office Communications Media Relations Manager Ben Ryan said the agency “is aware of a planned protest” in the community on Saturday.

“Our agency supports the constitutional right to peaceful demonstrations. Criminal activity will not be tolerated and will be addressed swiftly. We are committed to maintaining a lawful and orderly community. Deputies will be in the immediate area to ensure the safety of everyone involved,” Ryan wrote in a statement.

Hoppenstand said she is optimistic the protests in Northeast Florida will remain peaceful.

“Our whole family, they are are visiting from Atlanta they are going to find a protest to go to to,” she said. “It’s gotta be done.”

Organizers said they expect close to 1,000 participants at the protest planned for the intersection of Beach and Hodges boulevards, starting at 9 a.m. Saturday.