On June 14, millions of Americans are expected to take to the streets in protest of President Donald Trump's policies and the escalation of immigration raids by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Nearly 2,000 "No Kings" protests are planned nationwide, and more than 75 are scheduled in Florida cities .

If you go, prepare to get wet.

Two weeks into the official 2025 Atlantic hurricane season there is no tropical activity forecast , but summer in Florida often means afternoon thunderstorms and surprise rain showers.

What will Florida weather be like during the 'No Kings' protests?



Widespread showers and thunderstorms are expected across much of the central and eastern United States, extending down into North and Central Florida, for the next couple of days, according to the National Weather Service .

See Florida rainfall predictions through the weekend



What is 'No Kings'?



"No Kings" calls for a " national day of peaceful protest ," according to the organizers. The nationwide protests were planned before Trump's decision to deploy Marines and the National Guard to Los Angeles to protect ICE officials from what the president described as violent rioters but were actually largely peaceful protests .

"I think we will see the largest peaceful single day protests that this country has seen certainly since the first Trump term," said Indivisible cofounder Ezra Levin, one of the organizers.

The "No Kings" protest was planned as a counter to Trump's lavish military parade in Washington, D.C., the same day, scheduled to commemorate Flag Day, the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army, and, coincidentally, Trump's 79th birthday. There are no "No Kings" protests are planned in Washington.

Where are the 'No Kings' protests in Florida?



According to the No Kings website, more than 75 protests (including several in some cities) are planned across Florida as of June 13.

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When protesting, know your rights



According to the ACLU of Florida , the First Amendment generally prohibits restrictions based on speech content; however, this does not mean that the Constitution completely protects all types of speech in every circumstance. Threatening someone with violence is not protected, and government official can place "reasonable" restrictions on the time, place and manner.

Your rights are strongest in "traditional public forms" such as streets, sidewalks and parks, but you can be asked to disperse if you are blocking car or pedestrian traffic. You may also protest at government buildings as long as you don't block access to them or interfere with the purpose of it.

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