Protesters at Manhattan's "No Kings" rally explain their support for mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani as New York City prepares for the November election.

Organizers say they expect tens of thousands of people to turn out in Midtown and other locations across the city.

No Kings Day” protests are planned in City and across the country this weekend in opposition to what some are characterizing as increasingly authoritarian practices by President Donald Trump. Thousands are expected to attend,

Organizers describe “No Kings” as a collective stand for democracy and accountability, not just a protest against one man. The movement gained traction after its first mass turnout in June drowned out Trump’s planned birthday parade in Washington, D.C. This weekend’s return doubles as a reminder that its organizers have no plans to fade quietly.

Activists held “no Kings” protests in New York, DC, and cities around the country to blast President Trump and accuse him of executing an illegal power grab. The vibe was festive at many protests

“No Kings” rallies unfolded across the United States on Saturday and reporters and photographers from the parent company of The Oregonian/OregonLive documented dozens of them, from Portland to Boston. The largest of Portland rallies gathered at Tom McCall Waterfront Park and drew 40,000 people, police said.

A crowd of 50, including some of the city's most prominent religious leaders held an interfaith vigil before joining a demonstration in Times Square.

Palestinian solidarity activists plan to embed in 'No Kings' protests nationwide as investigators examine nonprofit organizations for possible tax violations.