Protesters have called for Trump to be “dethroned” as they compare his actions to that of a king and not a democratically elected president.

The "No Kings" protests were deliberately set to coincide with Flag Day and the U.S. Army anniversary parade, as well as Trump's birthday. According to organizers, the juxtaposition is intended to protest not only policy decisions but also the public display of military power, which critics argue politicizes the armed forces.