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PHOENIX - Protests against Donald Trump’s policies are scheduled to take place nationwide, including in Phoenix, on Saturday as a military parade rolls through Washington, D.C. for the U.S. Army’s 250th anniversary – which is also Flag Day and the president's birthday. The protests, organized by the 50501 national movement, are meant to counter what organizers call a day for Trump to feed his own ego as he turns 79 years old.
"No Kings" protests against President Trump’s policies are scheduled in nearly 2,000 cities across the U.S. Saturday as a military parade rolls in Washington. The "No Kings" theme was orchestrated by the 50501 Movement, a national movement made up of everyday Americans who stand for democracy and against what they call the authoritarian actions of the
Trump administration. The name 50501 stands for 50 states, 50 protests, one movement. Earlier protests organized by 50501 rallied against Trump and his former billionaire adviser Elon Musk, who led Trump’s Department of Government Efficiency to cut federal spending.
Demonstrators will take to the streets across the country this weekend to oppose President Donald Trump’s policies. The No Kings Day of Defiance on June 14 has been organized to reject authoritarianism, billionaire-first politics and the militarization of the country's democracy,
according to the No Kings website . It is expected to be the largest single-day mobilization since Trump returned to office. Organizers say they are preparing for millions of people to take to the streets across all 50 states and commonwealths. "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."
The U.S. Army’s 250th birthday celebration is on Saturday, June 14. Here's what you need to know about what to expect – and how to watch FOX 5's coverage. "We don't do kings in America," said Narrie Stachel with Stand Indivisible Arizona. "We are a democracy, and that's why we are out there."
No Kings protests scheduled in Arizona
From 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., a No Kings protest is scheduled for the Arizona State Capitol, located at
1700 W. Washington Street . "Join us for a bold and joyful celebration of freedom, equality, and resistance at No Kings Day. Hear from local leaders, advocates, and changemakers. Drag Brilliance: Arizona’s best family-friendly drag performers will shine between speakers — expect sparkle, sass, and celebration,"
read a description of the event . Those interested in attending are encouraged to
RSVP for the event by filling out an online form . State officials, like Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes, are asking people to remain peaceful. "Individuals who break the law, incite violence, or damage public or private property will be held accountable under Arizona law," AG Mayes said. People with Stand Indivisible Arizona also reiterated the message of peaceful protesting. "The most effective way to bring about change is peaceful, nonviolent protesting. In fact, it's twice as more effective than violent," said Stachel. "At no point are we ever encouraging anybody to do anything that would hurt other people, or create a ruckus," said Sandy Adler. Some of the protests in the Phoenix area are starting at an early time in order to beat the heat. To see a map of the scheduled events,
click here .
The Source
Information for this story was gathered from a FOX 10 report on June 12, 2025, and nokings.org.
