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Residents of Mobile, Alabama gathered for the ‘No Kings!’ protest, organized by Indivisible, as part of a nationwide movement against the Trump administration. The protest highlighted concerns over immigration policies and government spending priority, while emphasizing the importance of peaceful assembly. This event is a precursor to upcoming demonstrations planned for June 14 across multiple Alabama cities in opposition to a military parade celebrating Trump’s birthday.
Mobile, Alabama – On Saturday, April 19, 2025, residents gathered in downtown Mobile to participate in the “No Kings!” protest, organized by the local chapter of Indivisible. This event was part of a broader nationwide effort to confront the Trump administration and coincided with the 250th anniversaries of the Battles of Lexington and Concord, marking the beginning of the American Revolutionary War.
The “No Kings: Nationwide Day of Defiance,” scheduled for June 14, aims to coincide with a $45 million military parade planned by President Trump for his birthday. This protest is set to occur in thirteen communities across Alabama and approximately 1,700 communities nationwide. The No Kings website criticizes the upcoming military parade as a display of “spectacle meant to look like strength,” asserting that true power emerges from the collective voice of the people.
Alabama cities slated to partake in the June 14 protests include Birmingham, Mobile, Montgomery, Tuscaloosa, Huntsville, Scottsboro, Fort Payne, Guntersville, Jacksonville, Auburn, Dadeville, Selma, and Dothan. These protests are expected to challenge various policies of the Trump administration, notably immigration practices leading to the deportation of over 100,000 individuals, as well as pressing social issues such as healthcare affordability, voting rights, and federal spending priorities.
The Montgomery chapter of the 50501 Movement released a statement highlighting that the Army’s birthday celebration should not glorify the President using taxpayer funds. In Birmingham, the local Indivisible chapter has aligned its protest with the Central Alabama Pride celebration, showing solidarity for LGBTQ+ rights while addressing other social injustices.
Organizers of the “No Kings!” protests have emphasized a commitment to nonviolence, advising participants to refrain from bringing weapons and to prepare for peaceful demonstrations. Mobile County Sheriff Paul Burch made statements regarding potential violence at protests, suggesting that any confrontational actions would have serious repercussions. Following public backlash, he clarified that he does not expect violence in Mobile and affirmed the importance of constitutional rights to peaceful assembly.
Maura Mandyck, an organizer with Indivisible Mobile, expressed concerns that the sheriff’s comments could inadvertently heighten tensions but acknowledged his support for the right to protest. Six protests already held in Mobile this year have occurred without incident, suggesting organizers and law enforcement are prepared for a peaceful event.
The Mobile Police Department has indicated that they will manage the upcoming protest similarly to other planned events, aiming to maintain order while respecting the participants’ right to express their views. As the date approaches, communities across Alabama and the nation are preparing for the “No Kings” protests, underscoring a moment of collective dissent against the current administration and its policies.
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- NBC 15: No Kings Protest Organizers Say They Have Received Threats
- Fox 10: We Are Not LA – No Kings Organizer Says Sheriff Shouldn’t Worry About Mobile Rally
- AL.com: No Kings Protests Planned in Alabama as Trump Hosts Military Parade
- Wikipedia: Protests in the United States
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Protest
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