Thousands Protest Across Nevada, Calling for Limits on Presidential Power
Thousands of people gathered today across Nevada, including a significant demonstration in Reno’s City Plaza, to protest what they perceive as an overreach of power by President Donald Trump, as part of a nationwide movement dubbed “No Kings.”
In Reno, protesters began assembling around 10 a.m. at the Bruce R. Thompson Federal Building before marching to City Plaza, carrying signs addressing a wide range of issues from public lands and immigration to the recent release of the Epstein files. Chants of “no kings,” “this is what democracy looks like,” and “hey hey, ho ho, Donald Trump has got to go” echoed through the streets, accompanied by music including Ice Cube’s “Arrest the President” and P!NK’s “Dear Mr. President.” Kimberly Carden of Indivisible Northern Nevada stated, “The minute they started lying and scaremongering about our events, our numbers went ballistic. It’s going to be historic.”
Approximately 2,700 “No Kings” rallies were planned nationally, with organizers estimating millions of participants. The protests have drawn criticism from some Republicans, including House Speaker Mike Johnson, who attributed the demonstrations to “the pro-Hamas wing and the Antifa people.” The ACLU of Nevada has activated a Protest Rights Hotline at 702-659-7535 to address any concerns regarding rights violations during the demonstrations, reminding citizens that masks and costumes are permitted at public protests unless there is suspicion of criminal activity. You can learn more about your rights as a protester here.
Events also took place in Carson City, Kings Beach, Truckee, South Lake Tahoe, Elko, Hawthorne, Pahrump, Las Vegas, and Henderson, with varying start times and locations. The “No Kings” movement stems from concerns that President Trump is exceeding the bounds of democratic leadership. The weather in Reno and Carson City was sunny and mild, with temperatures reaching the low 70s.
Organizers say they will continue to monitor the political landscape and advocate for policies that uphold democratic principles, and officials have stated they will continue to ensure the safety and security of all citizens exercising their right to protest.
