Philadelphia prepares for 'No Kings' protest against Trump
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Organizers intend for the protests to counter the Army’s 250th anniversary celebration — which Trump has ratcheted up to include a military parade.
Philadelphia was chosen in part because it is where the Second Continental Congress signed the Declaration of Independence.
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Thousands are expected to pack the parkway for the "No Kings" protest. Organizers said they believe Philadelphia's demonstration will be among the largest in the country.
Demonstrators will march in Philly just days after Trump's controversial move to send troops to Los Angeles in response to protests against ICE.
The largest "No Kings" protest on June 14 is expected to take place in Philadelphia as a nod to the country's history and to avoid accusations that protesters are opposing the Army parade in the nation's capital, organizers have said.
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Organizers have planned demonstrations in cities and towns across the country on the same day as President Trump’s parade in Washington to celebrate the Army.
No Kings” protests are planned across the country this weekend. The largest is expected to take place in Philadelphia.
The City of Philadelphia plans to close several roads and implement parking restrictions for the "No Kings Protest" rally and march that is planned for Saturday.
As many as 2,000 protests are planned across the country. Organizers say they’re meant as a counteraction to Trump’s lavish parade, which also happens to fall on his birthday.