11,000+ attend 'No Kings' protests across DFW, police say
Demonstrators in North Texas and around the country will protest against the Trump administration on Saturday.
The "No Kings Day of Mobilizations" included protests in Dallas and Fort Worth.
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Dallas ‘No Kings’ Protest
No Kings protest brings 10,000+ to Downtown Dallas
Dallas police estimate 10,000 people attended the "No Kings" protest downtown on Saturday.
10,000 people took it to the streets of Downtown Dallas on Saturday afternoon.
The protest was one of hundreds organized across the country advertised as a "National Day of Defiance" against President Donald Trump’s immigration policies.
Beginning at Dallas City Hall, speakers voiced frustration with ICE ramping-up arrests and deportations.
ICE maintains that it is following the president’s policy of "worst first", meaning violent criminal offenders.
In the administration’s first 100 days, homeland security says it has arrested more than 158,000 illegal immigrants, 75% with criminal convictions or pending charges.
There are documented cases of illegal immigrants being picked up for low-level offenses or with what some say is a lack of due process.
Dallas police officers stood by to protect protesters, non-protesters and property. FOX 4 did not see signs of the 5,000 National Guard troops and 2,000 DPS officers that Governor Greg Abbott deployed to protest regions across Texas.
What they're saying:
An hour into Saturday’s protest gathering, it turned into a march.
Karen Lopez was born in Dallas to Mexican immigrants and could not contain emotion after being asked what she felt while marching.
"If you have a voice, use your voice. Don’t let privilege get the best of you," said Lopez. "I get to be the word for my parents. Be the voice. Have their story be heard. Not just for them but for all the immigrants that come to the states."
Army veteran, Silvia Salazar, was also at Monday’s confrontational protest in which one person was arrested.
"I do want a peaceful protest," said Salazar. "But I feel like there’s always going to be somebody who’s going to take advantage and, because people are angry, those people are going to take advantage and cause havoc."
Saturday afternoon’s protest was a different story. Vocal? Yes. Violent? No.
ICE says it will not be deterred by protests.
Fort Worth ‘No Kings' protest
No Kings protest brings 1,500+ to Downtown Fort Worth
Fort Worth police told FOX 4 that approximately 1,500 to 2,000 people were in attendance as people stood shoulder-to-shoulder with signs and flags held high down West 7th Street in the heart of Downtown Fort Worth.
Fort Worth police told FOX 4 that approximately 1,500 to 2,000 people were in attendance as people stood shoulder-to-shoulder with signs and flags held high down West 7th Street in the heart of Downtown Fort Worth. Organizers said they believed 5,000 attended the event.
Like many protests happening across the country, those who came out were protesting against the Trump administration's immigration policy and participating in what is being dubbed nationwide as a ‘day of defiance’.
The specific messaging focused around 'no kings' in the United States.
As these 'No Kings' protests were happening across the country, the Trump administration announced a pause in all ICE arrests at farms, restaurants, and hotels.
FOX 4’s Amelia Jones spoke to people who did not have a personal connection but still felt strongly enough about the state of the country that they wanted their voices heard.
What they're saying:
This was the first protest Kelly Doss had participated in, and she brought her 14-year-old daughter Haven with her.
"I feel like it’s just a big moment in history where our rights and our freedoms are under attack. I am very concerned for the people of this whole country," said Kelly.
"I’m just really happy that so many people feel the same way that we do, and I’m really happy that, like someone said, we only need 3 percent of the population to stand up and make a change and I just feel like that might happen," said Haven.
Protester, Kat Miranda, told FOX 4 she was fighting for immigrants like her mother, who lives in fear.
"I’m protesting for legal rights for our immigrants. My family are immigrants. I’m an immigrant, and I’m fighting for my mom today. She shouldn’t have to live in fear, you know? She shouldn’t be afraid to go get groceries because ICE is around," said Miranda.
Protester, Crystal Perez, spoke about the impact of coming together for events.
"It’s a beautiful thing, and I feel like if we always did this together, we’d make more of an impact if we could come together just like this."
The experience of the protest gave people like Jamie Madrigal a sense of hope.
"I was very happy to see people from all ethnicities, every race, every gender, just out here supporting one another because it felt very heartwarming and just seeing all of that was beautiful," said Madrigal. "It really showed that not everybody agrees with what’s going on and people are out here fighting. There’s still humanity, there’s still people with good hearts."
Local perspective:
Altogether, the event remained peaceful.
Fort Worth police told FOX 4 they patrolled around the area on bicycles and used their Intelligence Fusion Center to monitor all events across the city.
When the protest died down, Fort Worth police put out this post to X:
Live Updates
"No Kings" Dallas protest: Demonstrator speaks
An estimated 10,000 people took to the streets of Dallas on Saturday for the "No Kings" protests on Saturday. FOX 4's David Sentendrey talks to one of the demonstrators about their reason for protesting.
4:09 p.m.
Frisco police estimate 1,500 people were in attendance and no arrests were made.
3:16 p.m.
Denton "No Kings" protest on June 14, 2025
Denton police estimate 800 people were at the city's protest on Saturday.
3:14 p.m.
Dallas Fire-Rescue responded and treated five heat-related calls. All were non-life-threatening and two were taken to the hospital.
3:09 p.m.
Dallas Police took to social media to thank everyone who kept the protests in the city peaceful and safe.
2:42 p.m.
The protests have dwindled, but some demonstrators are still on the streets.
2:18 p.m.
The protests in Forth Worth are appearing to die down, according to FOX 4's Amelia Jones.
2:00 p.m.
Fort Worth Fire says one person had to be treated at its protest. It's not clear if it is related to today's hot temperatures.
1:31 p.m.
No Kings Dallas protest: Thousands take over streets
Thousands of protesters took to the streets of Downtown Dallas on Saturday as a part of the No Kings protests happening across the country.
Dallas police now estimate the crowd size to be 10,000.
1:20 p.m.
Crowds are spilling into the streets in Dallas, as protesters march away from City Hall.
1:08 p.m.
"No Kings" Fort Worth protest: Mother, daughter speak
FOX 4's Amelia Jones talks to Kelly and Haven Dawes, a mother-daughter duo who decided to attend Saturday's rally.
FOX 4's Amelia Jones talked to a mother and daughter who decided to attend Saturday's protests.
12:35 p.m.
No Kings Dallas Protest: 1,300 estimated in attendance
Dallas Police say 1,300 people are estimated to be in Downtown Dallas on Saturday for the "No Kings" protest. FOX 4's David Sentendrey talks about the protest and police presence.
The Dallas Police Department estimates the crowd size is 1,300.
12:31 p.m.
Dallas police have started to block off the intersection of Ervay and Young.
12:26 p.m.
A message from Fort Worth police:
"Our mission remains unchanged - The Fort Worth Police Department is working closely with our community and our Intelligence Fusion Center to monitor ALL activity during any peaceful protests that may take place in the City of Fort Worth."
12:25 p.m.
No Kings Dallas Protest: Thousands show up at City Hall
FOX 4's David Sentendrey takes a look at the scene at the "No Kings" protest in Dallas on Saturday, June 14, 2025.
11:51 a.m.
The "No Kings" protest in Dallas is about to begin. You can watch the helicopter feed here or our special presentation at the top of the page.
11:37 a.m.
"No Kings" protest: Democratic chair speaks from Denton
Kendall Scudder, the chair of the Texas Democratic Party, speaks at the Denton "No Kings" protest.
Texas Democratic chair Kendall Scudder speaks at the "No Kings" protest in Denton on Saturday.
11:36 a.m.
Protesters are beginning to gather at Dallas City Hall.
11:20 a.m.
Signs from people showing up early to Dallas' No Kings protests.
11:07 a.m.
In Houston, Rep. Al Green (D-Houston) says he will file articles of impeachment against President Trump this month.
10:59 a.m.
Protesters in Denton made the trip to the Square on Saturday.
10:10 a.m.
Protests are underway in Houston.
You can watch live coverage from KRIV.
9:41 a.m.
Dallas police say they are aware of the protests planned for Saturday.
They say that drivers should be prepared for heavier than normal traffic near Young, Akard and Ervay Streets.
Intermittent street closures are expected.
9:33 a.m.
A small group of protesters gathered in Arlington on Saturday morning.
7:52 a.m.
No Kings protests began in Euless on Saturday morning.
A group of people held signs on the southwest corner of State Highway 360 and Glade Road.
List: No Kings Protests in Dallas-Fort Worth
No Kings protests: Thousands expected at rallies
Protesters are expected to take to the streets on Saturday across the country. Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has sent National Guard soldiers and Texas DPS troopers across the state to prepare. In Dallas, Latino groups are calling for the protests to be peaceful.
According to the No Kings website, these are the locations and times of Dallas-Fort Worth demonstrations.
Dallas
- Location: Dallas City Hall, 1500 Marilla Street
- Time: 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Fort Worth
- Location: Burk Burnett Park, 501 W 7th Street
- Time: 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Arlington
- Location: Arlington Sub Courthouse, 700 E Abram Street
- Time: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Denton
- Location: Denton Square, 110 W Hickory Street
- Time: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Frisco
- Location: Both sides of FM 423, 155 Old Newman Road
- Time: 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
McKinney
- Location: 2025 N Central Expy
- Time: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Flower Mound
- Location: Parker Square Gazebo
- Time: 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Burleson
- Location: 100 NW John Jones Drive
- Time: 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Euless
- Location: Southwest corner Glade Rd and SH360
- Time: 7:30 a.m. to 8:15 a.m.
What are the "No Kings Day" protests about?
No Kings protests: Dallas Latino groups call for peace
Latino leaders and community groups in Dallas are encouraging people to remain peaceful if they are planning to attend one of several "No Kings" protests in North Texas on Saturday.
What we know:
The group is expected to hold demonstrations for the "No Kings Day of Mobilizations" across the country on Saturday, June 14.
June 14 is Flag Day, the 250th anniversary of the founding of the U.S. Army, and President Donald Trump's birthday. A military parade to celebrate 250 years of the U.S. Army will be held in Washington, D.C. on Friday.
READ MORE: What is the "No Kings Day" protest about?
Texas Governor Greg Abbott deployed over 2,000 Texas DPS troopers and over 5,000 Texas National Guard soldiers to assist local law enforcement respond to protests and to "maintain law and order."
No Kings protests nationwide
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These protests are planned in nearly 2,000 cities across the United States on Saturday, the same day a military parade is planned to happen in Washington, D.C. for the Army's 250th birthday. Saturday also marks Flag Day and President Trump's birthday.
The protests, organized by the 50501 national movement, are meant to counter what organizers call a day for Trump to feed his own ego as he turns 79 years old.
"The flag doesn’t belong to President Trump. It belongs to us," the No Kings website says. "On June 14th, we’re showing up everywhere he isn’t — to say no thrones, no crowns, no kings."
The No Kings theme was orchestrated by the 50501 Movement, a national movement made up of everyday Americans who stand for democracy and against what they call the authoritarian actions of the Trump administration. The name 50501 stands for 50 states, 50 protests, one movement.
The No Kings Day of Defiance has been organized to reject authoritarianism, billionaire-first politics and the militarization of the country's democracy, according to a press release from No Kings.
The No Kings Day of Defiance is expected to be the largest single-day mobilization since Trump returned to office, organizers said. Organizers said they are preparing for millions of people to take to the streets across all 50 states and commonwealths.
People of all ages are expected to come together in nearly 2,000 protest locations for speeches, marching, carrying signs and waving American flags. The movement says it is committed to keeping their protests nonviolent.
You can learn more and see a map of scheduled protests here.
Earlier protests organized by 50501 have rallied against Trump and his former billionaire adviser Elon Musk, who led Trump’s Department of Government Efficiency to cut federal spending.
Army parade in Washington
Army parade preparations underway for Saturday
A special parade is being held in Washington, D.C. on Saturday to celebrate 250 years of the United States Army.
What's next:
The nationwide demonstrations will coincide with the Army’s 250th anniversary celebration — which Trump has ratcheted up to include an expensive, lavish military parade. The event will feature hundreds of military vehicles and aircraft and thousands of soldiers.
The Army birthday celebration had already been planned. But earlier this spring, Trump announced his intention to ratchet up the event – which falls on Trump’s birthday – to include 60-ton M1 Abrams battle tanks and Paladin self-propelled howitzers rolling through the city streets. He has long sought a similar display of patriotic force.
The Source: Information in this article comes from Movement 5051, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, several local law enforcement agencies and past FOX coverage.