Big crowds of protesters are expected Saturday at thousands of places around the U.S. — including at least 16 events around San Diego — in opposition to what some are characterizing as increasingly authoritarian practices by President Donald Trump.

It's the second "No Kings" protest and third mass movement against the administration this year, and it comes amid an intensifying conflict between federal law enforcement and protesters nationwide. Organizers are stressing the peaceful nature of the protests: "A core principle behind all No Kings events is a commitment to nonviolent action. We expect all participants to seek to de-escalate any potential confrontation with those who disagree with our values and to act lawfully at these events. Weapons of any kind, including those legally perm

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