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The "No Kings" movement, a series of protests against ICE, will hold its third demonstration on March 28, organizers announced on Friday. The protests are expected to be the biggest in American history, with a flagship event in the Twin Cities of Minnesota, where federal immigration agents have recently killed two residents amid escalated operations in the region.
Ezra Levin, co-founder of Indivisible, one of the groups coordinating the "No Kings" protests, shared his expectations of a massive turnout. "We cannot let ICE continue their reign of terror," Levin said in a press statement. "We urge all Americans who believe in justice, fairness, and the rule of law to join us in standing up for our communities and demanding accountability from ICE."
Protests will be held nationwide, with a significant focus on the Twin Cities, where ICE agents fatally shot two residents, Alex Pretti and Renee Nicole Good, amid their increased enforcement efforts in the region. Pretti, a 31-year-old father of three, was killed on January 20 during a raid on a home in Minneapolis. Good, a 27-year-old mother of two, was shot and killed by ICE agents on January 23 in St. Paul.
The shootings have sparked outrage and allegations of excessive force from local residents and activists. Community members and advocacy groups have called for a thorough investigation into the incidents and have demanded ICE be held accountable for their actions.
The "No Kings" protests were inspired by the infamous "No Kings" speech from Henry IV, Part 1, by William Shakespeare, which speaks to the people's desire for a leader who truly represents their interests. The movement's first protest took place in October 2025, following the controversial arrest of a prominent immigration activist, and the second protest was held in December of the same year.
ICE, an agency under the Department of Homeland Security, is responsible for enforcing federal immigration laws. In recent years, the agency has faced criticism for its aggressive enforcement tactics and its treatment of migrants and asylum seekers. The protests against ICE are part of a larger movement advocating for comprehensive immigration reform and an end to what critics describe as the inhumane treatment of immigrants by the U.S. government.
As the "No Kings" protest approaches, organizers are urging participants to maintain peaceful protests and to respect the rights of others. They also encourage attendees to follow local guidelines and precautions related to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Sources:
- "Third No Kings protest to be held in March against ICE’s ‘reign of terror’" The Guardian, 28 Jan 2026, https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/jan/28/third-no-kings-protest-march-minnesota-ice.
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The "No Kings" movement, a series of protests against ICE, will hold its third demonstration on March 28, organizers announced on Friday. The protests are expected to be the biggest in American history, with a flagship event in the Twin Cities of Minnesota, where federal immigration agents have recently killed two residents amid escalated operations in the region.
Ezra Levin, co-founder of Indivisible, one of the groups coordinating the "No Kings" protests, shared his expectations of a massive turnout. "We cannot let ICE continue their reign of terror," Levin said in a press statement. "We urge all Americans who believe in justice, fairness, and the rule of law to join us in standing up for our communities and demanding accountability from ICE."
Protests will be held nationwide, with a significant focus on the Twin Cities, where ICE agents fatally shot two residents, Alex Pretti and Renee Nicole Good, amid their increased enforcement efforts in the region. Pretti, a 31-year-old father of three, was killed on January 20 during a raid on a home in Minneapolis. Good, a 27-year-old mother of two, was shot and killed by ICE agents on January 23 in St. Paul.
The shootings have sparked outrage and allegations of excessive force from local residents and activists. Community members and advocacy groups have called for a thorough investigation into the incidents and have demanded ICE be held accountable for their actions.
The "No Kings" protests were inspired by the infamous "No Kings" speech from Henry IV, Part 1, by William Shakespeare, which speaks to the people's desire for a leader who truly represents their interests. The movement's first protest took place in October 2025, following the controversial arrest of a prominent immigration activist, and the second protest was held in December of the same year.
ICE, an agency under the Department of Homeland Security, is responsible for enforcing federal immigration laws. In recent years, the agency has faced criticism for its aggressive enforcement tactics and its treatment of migrants and asylum seekers. The protests against ICE are part of a larger movement advocating for comprehensive immigration reform and an end to what critics describe as the inhumane treatment of immigrants by the U.S. government.
As the "No Kings" protest approaches, organizers are urging participants to maintain peaceful protests and to respect the rights of others. They also encourage attendees to follow local guidelines and precautions related to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Sources:
- "Third No Kings protest to be held in March against ICE’s ‘reign of terror’" The Guardian, 28 Jan 2026, https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/jan/28/third-no-kings-protest-march-minnesota-ice.
