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Flag Day 2025 is expected to be observed with a massive military parade in Washington, D.C. — and hundreds of "No Kings" protests nationwide. Saturday also marks the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army. Utah's Army-connected organizations will host an "Army birthday party" at Fort Douglas in Salt Lake City.
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Emily Standley Allard on MSNFlag Day/No Kings Day 2025: USA Reflects, Protests, and CelebratesFlag Day commemorates June 14, 1777—the date the Second Continental Congress adopted the American flag. Thirteen alternating red and white stripes. Thirteen white stars in a blue field. A symbol of unity and rebellion.
The 1,800 "No Kings" protests across the country are meant to express frustration over President Trump's actions that organizers say are authoritarian.
The No Kings Day of Defiance protests will happen during the military parade in Washington on Saturday for the Army’s 250th anniversary — which coincides with Trump’s birthday.
Thousands of people protested on June 15 in cities across the country against President Donald Trump’s policies.
South Jersey residents, such as Jessica Herrera of Cherry Hill, took to the streets of Philadelphia to sound off against the Trump administration.