"No Kings" Protests Planned Amidst Political Turmoil
A third "No Kings" protest, organized by the progressive coalition Indivisible, is scheduled for March 28, with the flagship event to be held in Minneapolis. The protests are a response to President Donald Trump's policies, particularly his administration's immigration crackdown, according to Time. The Minneapolis location was chosen due to the city becoming "a national symbol for opposition to Trump's immigration crackdown" following the killing of two U.S. citizens by federal immigration agents.
The upcoming protest will differ from previous demonstrations due to an "unprecedented level of preparation for safety," according to Indivisible. The protests come at a time of heightened political tension, with some Republican lawmakers joining Democrats in calling for the resignation of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, following the January 24 killing of Alex Pretti in Minnesota.
Sen. Thom Tillis (R, N.C.), who is retiring, criticized Noem's actions, stating, "What she's done in Minnesota should be disqualifying...She should be out of a job. I mean, really, it's just amateurish." Tillis also stated that Noem has made Trump look bad, shifting attention away from his policies. He also castigated Greg Bovino, the senior commander from Customs and Border Protection (CBP) who oversaw mass immigration raids across the country, including in Minneapolis.
Meanwhile, President Trump threatened to end U.S. support for Iraq if Nouri Kamal al-Maliki returns to power. Trump posted on Truth Social on Tuesday, "Last time Maliki was in power, the Country descended into poverty and total chaos. That should not be allowed to happen again." He added, "Because of his insane policies and ideologies, if elected, the United States of America will no longer help Iraq and, if we are not there to help, Iraq has ZERO chance of Success, Prosperity, or Freedom. MAKE IRAQ GREAT AGAIN!" Al-Maliki was nominated to be Prime Minister by the largest Shia Muslim bloc in the Iraqi parliament on Saturday.
The political climate is also impacting other areas, including the world of sports. According to Vox, American tennis players at the 2026 Australian Open are facing questions about what it means to celebrate the U.S. right now.
Internationally, China is undergoing a purge of its military leaders, raising concerns about potential shifts in foreign policy. According to Vox, Xi Jinping is "eliminating the people who might be willing to say no to him."
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