“Upcoming ‘No Kings’ March to Showcase Flagship Event in Twin Cities”
The “No Kings” movement, a prominent demonstration against the Trump administration, is set to make a significant return on March 28, with a flagship event in the Twin Cities. Organizers from Indivisible, the grassroots group behind the initiative, are mobilizing in response to recent violent incidents involving immigration agents in Minnesota.
Background of the “No Kings” Movement
The movement has gained traction as a national symbol of resistance, especially after the recent killing of Alex Pretti and the earlier shooting of Renee Good by immigration enforcement officers. These events have heightened concerns regarding the government’s handling of immigration policies in the state.
March Details
Indivisible has announced that alongside the main event in the Twin Cities, smaller demonstrations will occur nationwide. Minnesota has emerged as a central battleground in the conflict between the left and the current administration, which has dispatched over 3,000 immigration agents to the area.
- Main Event Date: March 28
- Location: Twin Cities, Minnesota
- Expected Attendance: Approximately 7 million people participated in past rallies in October
Recent Developments
Ezra Levin, a co-founder of Indivisible, expressed that the demonstrations are primarily focused on addressing the actions of what they describe as a “secret police force” harming American citizens. Following Pretti’s death, there has been a significant increase in public support and inquiries about how to engage in peaceful protests and monitoring of immigration enforcement.
Training Sessions and Public Response
In response to growing concerns, Indivisible hosted an online training session for monitoring immigration agents, attracting around 200,000 viewers. The organization plans to hold more training sessions, with the next one scheduled for February 5.
Political Climate
The Trump administration faces increasing backlash amid controversies surrounding the actions of immigration agents. Officials have labeled Pretti as a “domestic terrorist,” a claim that has been challenged by on-the-ground accounts and videos. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem’s leadership is presently under scrutiny, with calls for her dismissal from some Republican lawmakers.
The movement stresses the importance of organized nonviolent resistance as a counteraction to government aggression. As Levin noted, a significant grassroots effort is crucial to combat what is seen as an escalation of authoritarian measures.
