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As a president Donald Trump’s The military parade in Washington began in Washington to mark the 250th birthday of the US military on Saturday, with governors of several states being keen on violence in demonstrations against the parade and protests expressing their anger at competitions. It’s about celebrating the president’s 79th birthday.
A loose coalition of rebellious coalitions called “No Kings” is expected to take place nationwide, particularly in Red states, especially in Shepherdstown, West Virginia. Valdosta, Georgia. Austin, Texas.
West Virginia Government Patrick Morrissey On Friday he said he knew some such demonstrations planned throughout the mountain state.
“I support freedom of speech and Congress’ constitutional rights, but West Virginia supports law and order.” Morrissey said In a statement.
Protesters hope to converge on DC ahead of Trump’s military parade.
Eugene, me, the King protests. (image)
“We do not tolerate looting, destruction, vandalism, or violence against law enforcement.”
Protests are also expected in West Virginia’s Wheelling, Charleston and Martinsburg, with Morrissey adding that West Virginia State Police are ready to “squeak action that passes through the line.”
Virginia Government Glenn Youngkin To a potential troublemaker, he “integrated” the Virginia State Guard with the Virginia State Police to protect lives, property and exits on federal roads.
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“We can’t put people’s lives at risk by disrupting traffic or anything along those lines.” Youngkin told reporters Friday.
“And if you break the law, you’ll be arrested,” he added. “I protect everyone’s constitutional rights, but if you break the law, you’ll be arrested.”
As of Saturday afternoon, protests had erupted on and beyond Hampton Road, Virginia.
Co-organizers of Norfolk’s “No Kings” protests said of Trump, “This is not his kingdom. We are not his subject.” To Virginia feathers.
“This is not about politics, it’s about honor,” another demonstrator told the paper.
Virginia was one of five states. Axios reported to carry out law enforcement activities related to the most significant ice-related illegal immigrant arrests in recent weeks.
The protest went down Broad Street in the capital of Richmond, Virginia, which opposed the situation earlier this week.
In Georgia, Gov. Brian Kemp said in a statement that he was aware of the protests in Peach State and prepared.
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“My office is ready to take the appropriate action necessary to protect our community from crime and violence, while respecting our constitutional rights to peaceful assembly,” Kemp said.
“My support for the public safety officers and the rule of law is unshakable, and violence against those who protect and serve is met with prompt and heavy accountability.”
Pennsylvania saw a considerable “king” protest that took place at Love Park in Center City, Philadelphia. The protesters later moved to the museum, which was famous by Sylvester Stallone in “The Rocky.”
Governor Josh Shapiro He told KYW-3 He and Philadelphia Democratic Mayor Sherrel Parker have been in touch in a city known for civil unrest after sports teams competed in the championship.
“We’re making sure it’s a peaceful day here in Philadelphia,” Shapiro said.
“Violence is not the answer…and it’s not allowed,” said the 2028 Democratic president hoper.
By 1pm on Saturday, the Chicago protests had attracted thousands of demonstrators, including the 83-year-old Rev. Jesse Jackson.
A boycott threat came to Walmart after its founder’s daughter-in-law, Chrissy Walton, publicly promoted the “No Kings” protest. The company distanced itself by supporting the protest and saying that Walton would not supply management capabilities.
Ruth Ravve Greenfield from Fox News contributed to this report.
