By Our Correspondent

National News – Thousands of protesters took to streets across the United States on Saturday in the third iteration of the No Kings rallies, demonstrating against US President Donald Trump’s policies.

Organisers condemned actions including federal immigration enforcement, the war in Iran, and rising living costs, calling Trump a “wannabe king” and urging accountability for his administration.

White House officials dismissed the protests as “Trump Derangement Therapy Sessions,” claiming only the media cares.

Demonstrations erupted in major cities including New York, Washington DC, Los Angeles, Boston, Nashville, and Houston, while smaller towns across the country also saw crowds gather.

In Washington DC, protesters lined the steps of the Lincoln Memorial and marched along the National Mall.

Effigies of Trump, Vice President JD Vance, and other officials were displayed, with calls for their arrest and removal from office.

One of the largest gatherings occurred in Minnesota, where federal immigration agents fatally shot two American citizens, Renee Nicole Good and Alex Pretti, in January.

Thousands marched outside the Minnesota State Capitol, joined by high-profile Democrats and musician Bruce Springsteen, who performed his anti-immigration song “Streets of Minneapolis.”

New York City also saw large crowds in Times Square, forcing police to close busy streets. Protests were largely peaceful, though some incidents occurred.

In Los Angeles, two people were arrested for assaulting federal agents near the Roybal Federal Building, with authorities using non-lethal measures to disperse crowds.

Minor scuffles and arrests were reported in Dallas when counter-protesters disrupted marches.

American expats held rallies abroad in Paris, London, and Lisbon, highlighting global attention to US domestic policies.

Since his return to office in January 2025, Trump has expanded executive powers, including using the National Guard in cities despite objections from governors.

Critics warn these moves may threaten American democracy, though Trump defends them as necessary for national stability.