EVANSVILLE — Multiple protests are planned for this weekend in the Tri-State as part of the No Kings movement.
No Kings is described as a “nationwide day of defiance” on its website, with thousands of protests planned for around the world.
Saturday, June 14, is Flag Day in the United States, and President Donald Trump’s birthday.
According to reporting from USA Today, the U.S. Army plans to mark its 250th anniversary with a procession through the streets of the nation’s capital, coinciding with Trump’s 79th birthday.
The parade will be taxpayer-funded at a total of at least $30 million.
“The flag doesn’t belong to President Trump. It belongs to us. We’re not watching history happen. We’re making it,” No Kings organizers stated. “On June 14th, we’re showing up everywhere he isn’t — to say no thrones, no crowns, no kings.”
Evansville ‘No Kings’ protest
Evansville’s local protest is set for 1 p.m. Saturday at the Federal Courthouse at 101 NW Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Organizing groups are Indivisible Evansville with Evansville Resistance.
The protest will feature speakers on social justice, a representative from the Vanderburgh County Democratic Party and more.
“This peaceful demonstration will stand in solidarity with Pride celebrations, Veterans’ events, and upcoming Juneteenth commemorations,” organizers stated in a news release. “It’s time to say it loud: America has no kings.”
Vincennes ‘No Kings’ protest
In Vincennes, the Knox County Democratic Party will host a protest from 2 to 4 p.m. EDT Saturday at Patrick Henry Square along Second Street in Downtown Vincennes.
There will be a free sign making party at Democrat headquarters, 1010 Washington Ave. from noon to 2 p.m. EST. Poster board, stencils, and markers provided, according to organizers.
City parking lots are located on Vigo Street, and under the Riverfront Pavilion.
“America has rejected kings since 1776,” organizers wrote in the event description. “Help us uphold that sacred tradition by peacefully protesting actions of the Trump Administration on June 14.”
Henderson, Kentucky, ‘No Kings’ protest
A rally is scheduled in Henderson at 5:30 p.m. Saturday outside the Old Courthouse at 20 N. Main St.
Organizers will provide signs if needed. There will be speakers and a march to the grassy area near The Elm.
This article originally appeared on Evansville Courier & Press: ‘No Kings’ protests are set all over the world Saturday. Here’s where they’ll be locally.
Reporting by Sarah Loesch, Evansville Courier & Press / Evansville Courier & Press
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