On Saturday, June 14, 2025, more than 2,000 people gathered at Lexington’s historic Battle Green to protest President Donald Trump’s recent actions. The event was part of the nationwide “No Kings” movement, where Americans came together to defend democracy and speak out against what many saw as the president’s growing misuse of power.

The protest took place on Trump’s 79th birthday, the same day he held another large event in Washington, D.C. Many attendees viewed the parade, along with recent decisions such as sending the National Guard into Los Angeles and expanding immigration raids, as signs of authoritarian behavior. Protesters claimed these actions went against American values and threatened basic rights.

Many different types of people came to the Lexington rally with signs, flags, and powerful messages. Some signs said “No More Kings” and “In America, the Law is King.” A few participants wore colonial-style clothing to connect today’s struggle with the fight for freedom in 1776.

Local lawmakers, including Massachusetts State Representative Michelle Ciccolo and State Senator Cindy Friedman, spoke at the event. Ciccolo called the president’s actions “dangerous” and said citizens must stay alert and involved. “We’re here because we love this country,” she told the crowd. “And we’re not going to give up on it.”

The protest’s location made the message even more powerful and impactful. Battle Green is where the first shots of the American Revolution were fired in 1775. Protesters said they chose this spot to remind people that America was founded on not having kings and fighting for democracy.

The “No Kings” protests were organized by the 50501 Movement, along with national groups like the ACLU, MoveOn, and Indivisible. Events took place in more than 2,000 cities across the U.S., with a total of about 11 million participating nationwide. Organizers say this isn’t just a single-day event, it’s the beginning of a larger effort to defend democratic values and encourage civic action.

As the rally concluded, speakers reminded the crowd that real change takes time and effort. “This isn’t just about one day or one person,” said one organizer. “It’s about making sure our government always works for the people.”