Thousands Join “NO KINGS” March in San Diego

October 21, 2025

The "NO KINGS" March in San Diego on October 18th gathered an estimated 82,289 residents in a peaceful protest supporting democracy and opposing Donald Trump's perceived authoritarian threats. Organized by various civil advocacy groups including the San Diego and Imperial Counties Labor Council and Activist San Diego, the demonstration continued a nationwide series of pro-democracy gatherings that have been occurring throughout the year. While Black participation appeared limited at the downtown event, those who attended emphasized the importance of solidarity across different communities in the current political climate.

Who is affected

San Diego residents from various backgrounds
Black community members in San Diego
Participants in the "NO KINGS" March
Immigrants (mentioned as targets of hatred)
Democratic voters and those concerned about authoritarianism

What action is being taken

Civil advocacy groups are organizing peaceful pro-democracy demonstrations
The "NO KINGS" March is bringing together San Diegans from diverse backgrounds
Pro-democracy gatherings are occurring nationwide as part of a year-long series of demonstrations
People are publicly protesting against perceived threats to democracy

Why it matters

The protests represent public concern about potential threats to democratic values
The demonstrations highlight political divisions within communities
The events reflect changing demographics and political identity in San Diego
The protests indicate concerns about rising fascism, authoritarianism, and anti-immigrant sentiment
The marches demonstrate citizen engagement with democratic processes

What's next

No explicit next steps stated in the article

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