Fact check: Who started the no kings movement in America?

1. Summary of the results

The "No Kings" movement was initiated by a broad coalition of organizations, with the 50501 Movement playing a central role in creating the specific theme and branding ^[1]. The movement was organized specifically to protest the US Army 250th Anniversary Parade on June 14, 2025, which coincided with President Trump's 79th birthday ^[1]. The coalition includes approximately 200 major organizations, including:

• American Federation of Teachers
• American Civil Liberties Union
• Communications Workers of America
• Indivisible
• Color of Change
• Human Rights Campaign ^{[1] [2]}

2. Missing context/alternative viewpoints

The original question oversimplifies what was actually a collective effort rather than a single initiator. The movement represents a broader response to what participants perceive as authoritarian actions by the Trump administration ^[1]. The protests were planned to take place in nearly 2,000 locations across the country ^[3], demonstrating its national scale. The movement's goals extend beyond just protesting, aiming to reject:

• Authoritarianism
• Billionaire-first politics
• Militarization of democracy ^[3]

3. Potential misinformation/bias in the original statement

The question itself contains an inherent bias by assuming a single founder or initiator. This oversimplification could benefit:

• Political opponents who might want to delegitimize the movement by portraying it as centrally controlled rather than a broad coalition
• Media outlets seeking to simplify complex political movements for easier reporting
• The current administration which might benefit from portraying the movement as less representative of diverse American interests

The name "50501" itself appears to be politically charged, as it's specifically derived from perceived authoritarian behavior of President Trump ^[1], suggesting potential partisan motivations behind the movement's formation.