The Brief
Demonstrators rallied in cities across the U.S. for "No Kings Day."
Events in New York City and Washington, D.C. drew thousands downtown.
Protesters carried creative signs and flags calling for democracy and truth.
Thousands of demonstrators took to the streets from Times Square to the National Mall on Saturday, waving flags and holding signs calling for accountability and democracy during nationwide "No Kings Day" protests.
What is No Kings Day?
"No Kings Day" is a coordinated, nationwide protest movement centered on the idea that no leader should be above the law. Organizers describe it as a day to reaffirm democratic principles, emphasizing equality, accountability and the role of the press in a free society.
The demonstrations — held in major cities from coast to coast