"No Kings": Protesters across country march against Trump, Musk
Alberto Rosales holds a U.S. flag upside-down for what he calls a "symbol of crisis," during a protest against the Trump administration, April 19, 2025, in Miami.
Demonstrations were held nationwide on Saturday, which marked the 250th anniversary of the start of the American Revolution. Organizers behind the April 19 marches include a network of affiliated groups called "50501" (meaning 50 protests in 50 states, 1 movement). The demonstrations came two weeks after the April 5 "Hands Off!" protests in which hundreds of thousands of Americans marched in 1,400 cities.
Miami
People gather to protest against the administration of President Donald Trump, April 19, 2025 in Miami, United States.
Miami
People join together during a protest organized by the 50501 Movement on April 19, 2025 in Miami, Florida.
Miami
Demonstrators participate in a protest organized by the 50501 Movement, April 19, 2025 in Miami, Florida.
Miami
People join together during a demonstration in Miami, Florida, part of the nationwide protests organized by the 50501 Movement, April 19, 2025.
Miami
Amelie Gayoso chants slogans during a protest against the Trump administration, April 19, 2025, in Miami.
Miami
A demonstrator holds a sign reading "ICE is the New Gestapo," during a protest against the Trump administration, April 19, 2025, in Miami.
Miami
Noemy Diaz-Burgos joins with others during a protest organized by the 50501 Movement on April 19, 2025 in Miami, Florida.
Miami
People gather to protest against the policies of President Trump and Elon Musk's DOGE task force, April 19, 2025 in Miami.
Concord, Massachusetts
Protesters hold signs during a parade honoring the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, April 19, 2025, in Concord, Mass., site of a battle between colonists and British redcoats that began the War of Independence.
Thomas Bassford, an 80-year-old retired mason from Maine who attended a reenactment of the Battles of Lexington and Concord on Saturday, told the Associated Press that he believed Americans today are under attack from their own government and need to stand up against it. "This is a very perilous time in America for liberty," Bassford said.
Concord, Massachusetts
Protesters walk behind a parade honoring the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, April 19, 2025, in Concord, Mass.
Washington, D.C.
Demostrators rally near the White House during the nationwide "Hands Off!" protest against President Donald Trump's policies and executive actions, in Washington, D.C., April 19, 2025.
Washington, D.C.
Demonstrators rally during the nationwide "No Kings!" protest against President Trump's policies and executive actions, in Washington, D.C., on April 19, 2025.
Washington, D.C.
A demonstrator carries a sign depicting President Donald Trump as Elon Musk's golden retriever in the Oval Office, during a protest outside the White House (one of many demonstrations taking place nationwide), in Washington, D.C., April 19, 2025.
Washington, D.C.
People take part in a protest against President Donald Trump, tariffs, deportations, and other administration policies, in Washington, D.C., April 19, 2025.
Washington, D.C.
A woman in "Handmaid's Tale" garb protests silently outside the White House, April 19, 2025.
Washington, D.C.
Demostrators rally near the White House during the nationwide "No Kings!" protest against President Donald Trump's policies and executive actions, in Washington, D.C., on April 19, 2025. The group behind the April 19 demonstration, known as 50501 (short for "50 protests, 50 states, one day") is the same organization that led the global "Hands Off" protests on April 5.
Washington, D.C.
Heather Sarandos, from Baltimore, holds up a sign during the anti-Trump protest on the National Mall, April 19, 2025, in Washington, DC.
Washington, D.C.
Demostrators hold up signs as they rally near the White House during the nationwide "Hands Off!" protest against US President Donald Trump's policies and executive actions, in Washington, DC, on April 19, 2025.
Washington, D.C.
A demonstrator wearing a shirt that reads "Eat the Rich" is arrested during a protest against the Trump administration for allegedly assaulting a counter-protester, according to police, April 19, 2025 in Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C.
Demonstrators participate in an anti-Trump protest on April 19, 2025 in Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C.
A participant in the anti-Trump protest holds up a sign and flower on the National Mall, April 19, 2025, in Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C.
A supporter in a passing car displays a "Hands Off!" penguin sign at a protest outside the U.S. Naval Observatory (the official residence of Vice President JD Vance), during one of the many anti-Trump demonstrations taking place nationwide, in Washington, D.C., April 19, 2025.
Washington, D.C.
A demonstrator holding a placard is visible through the window of a passing vehicle outside the U.S. Naval Observatory (the official residence of Vice President JD Vance), in Washington, D.C., April 19, 2025.
Washington, D.C.
A young child sleeps through a protest against President Trump and Vice President JD Vance at the U.S. Naval Observatory in Washington, D.C., April 19, 2025.
New York City
People take part in a protest on April 19, 2025 in New York City. Organizers of the nationwide protest said the demonstrations were to denounce the "hostile government takeover" by the Trump administration.
New York City
People take part in a demonstration against President Trump's policies, April 19, 2025 in New York City.
New York City
People march to protest the detention of students, such as Turkish student Rumeysa Ozturk, who was detained by ICE agents at Tufts University last month and later transferred to an ICE facility in Louisiana, April 19, 2025 in New York City.
New York City
A person holds a sign with a photo of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Maryland man who was detained by immigration agents and sent to an El Salvadoran prison, during a protest march in New York City, April 19, 2025.
New York City
A protester greets a driver during a march through the streets of Manhattan against the administration of President Trump, April 19, 2025.
New York City
Protesters march through the streets of Manhattan during a demonstration against the administration of President Trump, April 19, 2025.
New York City
A demonstrator who joined nationwide protests against the Trump administration, in New York City, April 19, 2025.
New York City
People march during a rally in New York City, April 19, 2025.
New York City
People march during a rally in New York City, April 19, 2025.
Kissimmee, Florida
Anti-Trump and anti-Musk protesters display signs in front of a Tesla Store in Kissimmee, Florida, April 19, 2025.
Livingston, Montana
Residents protest against the Trump administration in Livingston, Montana on April 19, 2025.
Livingston, Montana
Residents protesting against the Trump administration march down Main Street to the county courthouse in Livingston, Montana, April 19, 2025.
Livingston, Montana
Residents protesting against the Trump administration march down Main Street to the county courthouse in Livingston, Montana, April 19, 2025.
Driggs, Idaho
Demonstrators gather to protest against President Trump and his administration at the main intersection in Driggs, Idaho, April 19, 2025.
Chicago
Demonstrators hold up signs during a "Day of Action" protest against President Trump's policies and executive actions, in downtown Chicago, Illinois, April 19, 2025.
Chicago
Demonstrators hold up signs during a "Day of Action" protest against President Trump's policies and executive actions, in downtown Chicago, April 19, 2025.
Chicago, Illinois
Thousands of demonstrators rally in Chicago, as hundreds of "50501" protests and community events against the Trump administration were held across the United States, April 19, 2025.
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Protesters rally at the State Capitol in Harrisburg, Pa., during the "Day of Action" protest against the Trump administration, Saturday, April 19, 2025.
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Protesters rally outside the State Capitol in Harrisburg, Pa., during the "Day of Action" protest against the Trump administration, Saturday, April 19, 2025.
San Francisco
Protesters form an "Impeach & Remove" human banner on Ocean Beach during a protest against President Donald Trump, in San Francisco, April 19, 2025.
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Protesters brave the wintery weather as they demonstrate along North Nevada Avenue in Colorado Springs, Colo., Saturday, April 19, 2025, during a local "Day of Action" demonstration outside Colorado Springs City Hall.
Anchorage, Alaska
People gather to protest against the administration of President Trump on April 19, 2025, in Anchorage, Alaska.
Anchorage, Alaska
People gather to protest the administration of President Trump on April 19, 2025, in Anchorage, Alaska.
Anchorage, Alaska
Protesters march against President Trump on April 19, 2025, in Anchorage Alaska.
Anchorage, Alaska
Scene from a demonstration against the administration of President Trump on April 19, 2025, in Anchorage, Alaska.
Rock Hill, South Carolina
People gather to protest against the administration of President Trump in Rock Hill S.C., April 19, 2025.
Rock Hill, South Carolina
People gather to protest against the administration of President Trump in Rock Hill S.C., April 19, 2025.
St. Paul, Minnesota
People protest against the administration of President Trump in front of the State Capitol building in St. Paul, Minnesota, April 19, 2025.
St. Paul, Minnesota
People march to protest against President Trump from downtown St. Paul to Minnesota's State Capitol building on April 19, 2025.
St. Paul, Minnesota
People protest against the administration of President Trump in front of the State Capitol building in St. Paul, Minnesota, April 19, 2025.
London
Among the thousands marching in Parliament Square in the London borough of Westminster in support of trans rights, a protester holds up an anti-Trump sign, April 19, 2025.