Alexandria’s ‘No Kings’ Protest Targets Trump’s Army Parade on His 79th Birthday

In Alexandria, Virginia, thousands gathered in Market Square for the "No Kings" protest, a spirited stand against President Donald Trump’s military parade marking the U.S. Army’s 250th anniversary. The event, coinciding with Trump’s 79th birthday, drew a diverse crowd, from young activists to seasoned demonstrators, waving signs with sharp wit—think "King of Farts" and "I like my ICE crushed." The historic city, just a stone’s throw from George Washington’s Mount Vernon, buzzed with irony as protesters rejected any hint of monarchical vibes, chanting that America bows to no one.

Across the Potomac, Washington, D.C., stayed calm, wrapped in tight security with Secret Service, police, and military ensuring safety. The parade itself, a patriotic spectacle, drew Trump supporters, veterans, and families, with MAGA hats dotting the crowd. Metal detectors and barricades kept things orderly, though a few signs calling out Trump as a dictator or waving Black Lives Matter messages popped up.

Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin wasn’t playing around, warning troublemakers that the National Guard and state police were ready to act. "Break the law, you’re getting arrested," he said, emphasizing safety over chaos. Meanwhile, smaller protests echoed in Hampton Roads and Falls Church, with organizers declaring, "This isn’t his kingdom." The message was clear: honor, not politics, drove the day.