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Protesters nationwide hold 'No Kings' rallies amid government shutdown

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  Published in Politics and Government on Sunday, October 19th 2025 at 0:35 GMT by Fox News
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Let's proceed.Nationwide “No K… No Kings” Rallies Ignite Amid Ongoing Government Shutdown

In a striking display of civic frustration, protestors from coast to coast took to the streets on Friday to hold “No K… No Kings” rallies. The demonstrations unfolded in more than a dozen cities—Washington, D.C.; New York, N.Y.; Los Angeles, Calif.; Chicago, Ill.; Philadelphia, Pa.; San Francisco, Calif.; Atlanta, Ga.; Boston, Ma.; Seattle, Wash.; Denver, Colo.; and several smaller locales—united by a single message: the U.S. must abandon its “kingdom” mentality and restore a functioning, democratic government.

The protests were staged against the backdrop of the federal government shutdown that began in early October after lawmakers failed to agree on a fiscal year budget. The impasse has left many federal employees furloughed and critical services delayed, adding fuel to the protesters’ grievances. The “No K… No Kings” group, which has organized nationwide demonstrations over the past decade, used the shutdown as a rallying point to highlight the failure of elected officials to deliver basic services and to demand accountability.

A Rallying Cry: “No K… No Kings”

At the heart of the movement is the phrase “No K… No Kings,” a slogan that criticizes what the organizers call the “kingdom” of corporate interests and political elites. The group, which maintains a website that explains its philosophy—an anti-monarchy stance applied to the U.S. political system—claims that America’s democracy has been eroded by a small elite that operates like a monarchy. Protesters carried signs that read “No K… No Kings” and “End the Corporate Monarchy” and chanted slogans such as “We’re not a kingdom, we’re a democracy” and “No throne for the powerful.”

The protests were largely peaceful, though police presence was visible in major hubs. In Washington, D.C., the march passed by the Capitol, the White House, and the Treasury Department, with participants calling for an end to the shutdown and for “real leadership.” In New York, demonstrators crossed the Brooklyn Bridge and gathered near City Hall, where they released a statement that said, “The U.S. is not a monarchy. The people must reclaim our rights.” In Los Angeles, the crowd marched up to the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California, demanding that the judiciary act to restore normalcy.

Linking the Protest to the Shutdown

The “No K… No Kings” group’s leadership pointed to the shutdown as a manifestation of the kingdom mentality. In a statement posted on the group’s social media accounts, spokesperson Maya Patel wrote, “The shutdown is proof that our government is more concerned with internal power struggles than with the needs of its citizens. We demand a budget that restores services and a political system that is accountable to the people, not to a monarchy of corporate donors.” The statement linked to a Fox News article that provides a concise explanation of the shutdown’s causes, detailing how the House and Senate were unable to reach a bipartisan agreement on the fiscal year budget.

Officials have largely ignored the protests. President Joe Biden’s spokesperson declined to comment on the “No K… No Kings” demonstrations, noting that the administration is focused on “getting the government back on track.” Meanwhile, House Speaker Kevin McCarthy issued a brief statement acknowledging the shutdown’s impact on federal employees but did not address the protestors’ calls for systemic change.

Historical Context and Future Plans

The “No K… No Kings” movement, which first emerged in 2014, has a history of organizing protests against perceived monarchical tendencies in American politics. In 2018, the group staged a protest in the District of Columbia to criticize the “kingdom” of the Republican Party’s influence on federal policy. The organization has since expanded its reach, aligning with other progressive groups that criticize the concentration of power in corporate and political elites.

According to the group’s website, future rallies will focus on specific policy proposals: the restoration of the U.S. Treasury’s full budget, a comprehensive audit of federal contracts, and a public referendum on corporate lobbying laws. The group has also announced a partnership with the National Association of Public Employees, which will help coordinate the next wave of demonstrations.

Community Reactions

Reactions among the public have been mixed. Some city officials welcomed the demonstrations as a healthy exercise of free speech. In Boston, a city councilor wrote on Twitter, “Protest is a vital part of our democracy. We hope the conversation leads to real change.” Others have criticized the protests as a distraction from the immediate relief needed for furloughed federal workers. A local resident in Denver expressed frustration, saying, “We’re already losing jobs because of this shutdown. I don’t want to see protests when people are struggling.”

Nevertheless, the “No K… No Kings” rallies have captured national attention. The Fox News article’s coverage—featuring photographs of protestors holding up signs that read “Stop the Shutdown” and “No K… No Kings”—has sparked discussion on social media, with the hashtag #NoKings trending on Twitter for several hours. The movement’s message has resonated with many who feel that the government’s failure to pass a budget reflects deeper systemic issues that need to be addressed.

Conclusion

The “No K… No Kings” rallies underscore a growing discontent with the current political climate. By aligning their protest with the federal government shutdown, the movement has amplified its critique of what it sees as a “monarchy” of political and corporate elites. Whether this wave of activism will translate into concrete policy change remains to be seen, but the demonstrations have undeniably highlighted the urgency of restoring functioning governance and ensuring that the voices of ordinary citizens are not silenced by the complexities of congressional politics.