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Fact check: How many no king protestors on saturday
1. Summary of the results
The "No Kings" protests that took place on Saturday, June 14, 2025, drew massive participation across the United States. Multiple sources consistently report approximately 5 million participants across more than 2,100 rallies nationwide [1] [2]. This estimate is supported by major organizations including the American Civil Liberties Union and Move On [1] [2]. A slightly broader estimate suggests the total turnout could have been between 4-6 million people [3].
2. Missing context/alternative viewpoints
The original question lacks important context about the geographic distribution of these protests. Specific city-by-city breakdowns show:
- Los Angeles: Over 200,000 participants
- Dallas: 11,000 participants
- Fort Worth: 1,500-2,000 participants
- Seattle and New York: "Tens of thousands" with New York potentially exceeding 50,000
(all from p3_s1)
The protests were remarkably widespread, occurring in approximately 2,000 cities and towns across the United States [3], demonstrating this was not just a big-city phenomenon but a truly national movement.
3. Potential misinformation/bias in the original statement
The original question's simplicity could lead to several misunderstandings:
- Counting methodology: There's a significant range in some local estimates (for example, "tens of thousands" is quite vague) [4], which suggests counting methodologies might vary by location.
- Verification challenges: While both the ACLU and Move On provided similar estimates [1] [2], both organizations are politically active groups that might have vested interests in reporting high turnout numbers.
- Time frame consideration: The question doesn't specify whether it's asking about peak attendance or cumulative attendance throughout the day, which could affect the numbers.
The consistency across multiple sources regarding the 5 million figure suggests this is likely the most reliable estimate, though it's important to note this represents organizers' claims [3].