A coalition of Orange County advocacy groups is set to host a major pro-democracy rally today at La Palma Park in Anaheim, drawing attention to what organizers describe as escalating authoritarianism and federal overreach under President Donald Trump and his allies.
The event, titled “NO KINGS in Orange County,” is part of a broader National Day of Action and is expected to draw over 5,000 attendees. The rally is scheduled from 4:00 to 7:30 p.m. PDT and is being organized by four local organizations: OC Indivisible Coalition, WAVE, 50501 OC, and Women’s March OC.
As of now, there are no confirmed reports that MAGA supporters or pro-Trump groups are officially organizing counter-protests at the “NO KINGS” rally in Anaheim or other locations. However, organizers and media outlets have acknowledged the possibility of outside agitators or individuals with opposing views showing up.
Organizers say the rally will highlight the “devastating impact” of recent federal actions, including ICE raids in Southern California, funding cuts, and executive orders that they argue threaten democratic institutions and the well-being of local communities.
“This is a nonviolent protest to reject kings in America and stand up against the militarization of our democracy,” said Isabel Apfel, a spokesperson for the event. “We are calling on elected officials to take immediate action to protect our communities.”
The rally will feature speeches, community engagement, and calls to action aimed at mobilizing residents to defend democratic values and resist what organizers describe as a dangerous consolidation of power.
Event Details:
- What: NO KINGS in Orange County Rally
- When: Saturday, June 14, 2025, 4:00 – 7:30 p.m.
- Where: La Palma Park, 1151 N La Palma Pkwy, Anaheim, CA 92801
- Parking: Available in a small lot off N. La Palma Pkwy. Click here for a map of additional local parking options. Or you may take the OCTA bus by planning your route here.
All the Trump administration is doing is enforcing laws passed by our legislature; laws that are already on the books. How ironic that the “Pro-Democracy” No Kings people are the ones suggesting we selectively ignore laws passed by the People’s democratically elected representatives to advance their own political goals. I call foul on No Kings.
As long as you don’t claim to be christian then rejoice at schlump’s idiocy and hatred
Actually I was trying to provide a nuanced legal/philosophical argument to consider. But if you prefer to reduce the conversation to incendiary generalities, that’s fine too. Never once brought up religion, so not sure what your point was there.