U.S. Protests Surge Amid “No Kings” Movement and Targeted Violence
June 14–15, 2025 | Across U.S. cities
Massive protests erupted this weekend as the "No Kings Day of Defiance" challenged what protesters call the militarization of U.S. politics, while political violence struck Minnesota, where two lawmakers were shot in a suspected assassination attempt.
Protest Highlights
- Organized by 50501, "No Kings" rallies appeared in over 2,000 locations nationwide.
- Major gatherings took place in LA, SF, Denver, New York and DC, largely peaceful but with occasional clashes.
Violence & Security
- A suspect dressed as a police officer killed Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband, and wounded Sen. John Hoffman and his wife.
- Minnesota pulled local protests, while states tightened security and urged non-violent civic expression.
This weekend highlighted both the potency of mass protest and the vulnerability of a democratic society facing political violence.
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