Nationwide ‘No Kings’ protests grapple with security threats following death of Minnesota lawmaker – Washington Examiner
The article discusses heightened security concerns regarding the nationwide “No Kings” protests following a violent incident in Minnesota, where two state lawmakers and their spouses were shot; one lawmaker and her husband died while the other two sustained serious injuries. In response, Minnesota has canceled its protest events as the shooter remains at large and previously expressed intentions against prominent politicians, including governor Tim Walz.
Security measures have increased across the country, notably for lawmakers amid fears of copycat attacks. Despite these threats, protests continued in various locations, motivating manny activists even more strongly. Notable developments include a credible threat at a Texas protest, and officials from the House of Representatives are holding briefings to ensure the safety of their members.
During the protests,demonstrators expressed strong anti-Trump sentiments,chanting messages promoting democracy and rejecting authoritarianism. Lawmakers continued to engage with protesters, calling for accountability and change. The article also mentions President trump’s military parade taking place under heightened security.
Nationwide ‘No Kings’ protests grapple with security threats following death of Minnesota lawmaker
Officials have expressed caution around the nationwide “No Kings” protests after two Minnesota state lawmakers and their spouses were shot early Saturday. One lawmaker and her husband died while the other two survived with severe injuries.
Additional security measures have been taken at events, caution has been advised, and Minnesota has canceled their protest events entirely as the shooter remains on the loose. The shooter had a manifesto with a list of several prominent Minnesota lawmakers, including Gov. Tim Walz (D-MN), and had a “No Kings” flier.
The security measures have centered on lawmakers, who are viewed as being in danger after the politically-motivated shooting. Many protests throughout the nation, including in Washington, D.C., have still been carried out.
A “credible threat towards state legislators attending today’s protest at the State Capitol” in Texas was discovered in the afternoon on Saturday, Texas lawmakers were advised from the state’s Department of Public Safety. They said they were concerned about “copycats” of the Minnesota attack.
There is a virtual security briefing for members of the House about the Minnesota shooting scheduled for 4 p.m. Eastern on Saturday. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) said in a statement following the attack that he has “asked the House Sergeant at Arms and United States Capitol Police to ensure the safety of our Minnesota delegation and Members of Congress across the country. The targeting of elected officials must end now.”
Walz said no Minnesotans should attend political rallies in the state “out of an abundance of caution.”
In other parts of the country, the shooting only motivated protesters more. Diane Morgan, a Cleveland-based mobilization coordinator with Our Revolution, told Politico that in the wake of the shooting she’s hearing from people who are saying that “more than anything else, it makes people more determined, much like what happened with LA,” to attend a protest Saturday.
In Washington, D.C., protesters were seen marching to Lafayette Square chanting, “In the name of humanity,” and “we refuse to accept,” and “a fascist America.”
With the crowd pumping their fists, they chanted, “Trump must go now!” The Trump chant was often accompanied by “This is what Democracy looks like!”
Signs at the Washington, D.C., rally said things like “No Kings in America” and “Save Our Democracy!”
🚨 WATCH: #NoKings protesters march through the area formerly known as Black Lives Matter Plaza on their way towards the White House pic.twitter.com/U7Dq1ka7YG
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Lawmakers still spoke at the rallies, despite the increased caution.
“These are not normal times in America. This is not a normal presidency,” Rep. Chuy Garcia (D-IL) told demonstrators in Chicago.
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Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-MD) attended the “No Kings” rally in Philadelphia. “We’ve got no kings and we’ve got no slaves, we’ve got no masters and no serfs,” he said. “The moment that somebody in public office begins to act like the master of the people, that is the moment to evict, eject, reject, impeach, try, convict, and start all over again.”
President Donald Trump’s military parade will begin later on Saturday with heavy security set for the event. The parade will feature tanks, flyovers, fireworks, and other military equipment.
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