March 28, 2026, 4:06 p.mMarch 28, 2026, 4:06 p.m
With thousands of demonstrations planned in the USA and other actions worldwide, the so-called No Kings protests will reach a new peak on March 28, 2026. Millions of people could take part in what is now the third major wave of protests.
The demonstrations are directed against the policies of US President Donald Trump and are also taking place in European countries such as France, the Netherlands and Italy.
Rallies have also been announced in Switzerland in Basel, Geneva and Zurich, organized by the organization Democrats Abroad Switzerland.
The focus of the criticism is, among other things, immigration policy, possible restrictions on democratic rights, rising costs of living and the government’s foreign policy decisions.
Specifically, the demonstrators are opposing a number of developments. These include increased deportations and raids by the immigration authority ICE in the USA, the deployment of the military and National Guard in domestic conflicts and restrictions on civil rights, such as access to voting.
Social issues such as rising costs of living, cuts in social programs, underfunding of public schools and the lack of affordable health care are also a focus.
Environmental policy criticism is directed against the expansion of fossil energies and the neglect of climate protection measures.
In addition, participants are protesting against the government’s foreign policy decisions, such as support for military interventions in Iran and other regions, as well as increasing police violence.
The No Kings protests began in June 2025 and have since developed into one of the largest protest movements in recent US history. Under the motto “No Kings,” the participants oppose what they see as an increasing tendency toward authoritarianism.
While supporters see the protests as an important expression of democratic resistance, opponents primarily criticize the lack of clear demands and unified leadership. (lyn)
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