CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV/AP) - One of many “No Kings” rallies across the country was held at First Ward Park in Charlotte on Saturday.
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department said around 12:30 p.m., the rally ended and multiple streets around Uptown reopened. There were no arrests or incidents during the rally, police said.
“CMPD officers were on scene throughout the event, implementing a strategic operations plan to ensure public safety, manage traffic, and support the community’s right to assemble,” police said. “We appreciate everyone who came out and helped make this a safe and respectful event for all.”
This is the third mass mobilization since President Donald Trump’s return to the White House and it is expected to be the largest. It comes against the backdrop of a governmen