Demonstrations tied to the “No Kings” movement escalated into violence in several major cities on Saturday, with confrontations reported in Portland, Los Angeles, and Dallas.
At the same time, a separate gathering near Mar-a-Lago in Florida drew attention for unusual behavior, as reported by The New York Post.
The protests, which drew thousands of participants across the country, were organized in opposition to the Trump administration’s policies, including immigration enforcement and the Iran conflict.
SMH : Wow, Liberals at the Seattle ‘No Kings’ protest: dressing up as clowns while parading a Trump impersonator in a diaper.
This is what ‘resistance’ looks like in 2026? A full-blown circus throwing a tantrum over a democratically elected president. Peak absurdity. pic.twitter.com/vOtoaDeUtD
— Officer Lew (@officer_Lew) March 29, 2026
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While some events remained peaceful, others devolved into clashes with law enforcement and counterdemonstrators.
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In Portland, Oregon, tensions intensified during the evening hours as protesters wearing gas masks confronted police officers attempting to manage the crowd.
Video footage posted on X by FreedomNews.tv showed demonstrators advancing toward officers. Authorities did not immediately confirm whether any arrests were made.
In Dallas, police intervened to separate “No Kings” demonstrators from a group identified as “Pro America” counterprotesters.
The situation grew heated as both sides exchanged verbal confrontations. Video from the scene showed at least one protester being detained and taken away by officers.
I had such a fun time leading the No Kings Rally with my brother Enrique Tarrio and the rest of the Proud Boys today in Dallas! @NobleOne pic.twitter.com/bb1bLe098i
— Alex Stein #99 (@alexstein99) March 28, 2026
Other individuals in the crowd were heard shouting “f–k you” toward pro-Trump demonstrators, some of whom were carrying flags and automatic weapons.
In Los Angeles, a large group gathered outside the Metropolitan Detention Center, where Department of Homeland Security agents were present.
According to a video posted by independent journalist Anthony Cabassa, protesters waved Palestinian and other flags while throwing cement blocks at federal agents.
The crowd also struck the fencing surrounding the facility and advanced toward officers.
DHS agents responded by deploying tear gas, and officers from the Los Angeles Police Department, outfitted in riot gear, were dispatched to assist.
Video footage showed individuals resisting arrest as law enforcement attempted to regain control of the scene.
Portland, Ore. (March 28) — Violent far-left extremists used the “No Kings” protest to launch an attack on the ICE facility again. They’ve used every “No Kings” protest for violence. pic.twitter.com/rQ8zwBBEs5
— Andy Ngo (@MrAndyNgo) March 29, 2026
LMFAO! No Kings leftist protester gets straight-up KICKED to the ground by an LAPD horse after he tried blocking them with his body.
Play stupid games…
pic.twitter.com/ADDdsAMsil— Officer Lew (@officer_Lew) March 29, 2026
In Palm Beach, Florida, a separate protest near Mar-a-Lago took a different turn.
Female demonstrators lifted their shirts during the event as counterprotesters responded with insults, including “w–re mongers” and “butch d–es,” according to accounts from the scene.
JUST IN: Pro-Trump patriots have shown up to CANCEL OUT “No Kings” leftists in West Palm Beach, Florida
Not in FLORIDA were these idiots going to come out without facing MAGA pic.twitter.com/BcHaZuhUhX
— Eric Daugherty (@EricLDaugh) March 28, 2026
Elsewhere in California, a confrontation unfolded outside Trump National Golf Course in Rancho Palos Verdes. Two men engaged in a heated verbal exchange, standing inches apart as tensions escalated.
One counterprotester wore a shirt reading “deport liberal white women,” while the other participant opposed his views.
According to KTLA 5, the situation nearly turned physical before the counterprotester stepped away, stating through a megaphone, “This guy is fighting for illegal aliens.”
Bystanders were heard shouting “racist, go home” during the exchange.
In New York City, tens of thousands participated in demonstrations, many focused on opposition to the Iran war and immigration policies. Among those present were actor Robert De Niro and New York Attorney General Letitia James.
During the New York protests, a group waving red hammer and sickle flags gathered near Times Square and chanted, “There is only one solution, communist revolution.”
Despite the large turnout, law enforcement officials reported no arrests connected to the demonstrations in the city.
Authorities across the affected cities continued monitoring the situation as protests unfolded, with law enforcement responding to incidents of violence, property damage, and confrontations between opposing groups.
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Trump crashes the “No Kings” protest the only way Trump could. With shit @xerias_x pic.twitter.com/xcfucdEzoz
— Sara Rose (@saras76) October 18, 2025
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