What to know about San Diego's anti-Trump "No Kings" protests
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Protesters are taking to downtown San Diego as part of a nationwide demonstration on Saturday, amid intensifying immigration raids and ongoing protests in Los Angeles.
Why it matters: National organizers expect it to be the largest single-day anti-President Trump rally since the start of his second administration.
- The movement is a counter-protest to Trump's multimillion-dollar military parade in D.C.
Zoom in: There are two San Diego "No Kings" rallies, one beginning at Civic Center Plaza and the other at Waterfront Park at 10am.
- They'll both conclude at Waterfront Park with a united finale, followed by the Kinfolk Fest, a pre-scheduled Juneteenth celebration and concert.
- Organizers of April's "Hands Off" rally — which drew over 10,000 attendees — are again planning the event along with 35 local partners, including Democratic groups, labor unions and environmental organizations.
What they're saying: The group lists its mission as bringing San Diegans together "to defend our rights and freedoms and to reject the Trump agenda of one-man rule, clownish incompetence, cruelty, and corruption."
Catch-up quick: San Diego's anti-Trump movement gained national attention after an ICE raid of Buona Forchetta nearly two weeks ago led to a chaotic confrontation between federal agents and South Park neighbors.
- Subsequent protests last weekend coincided with escalating anti-ICE protests in LA.
The latest: Trump on Tuesday said that any protests during Saturday's parade would be met with "very big force."
By the numbers: Millions of people are estimated to protest in more than 1,800 rallies across the U.S., organizers said.
Context: The military parade marks Trump's 79th birthday and the U.S. Army's 250th anniversary.
- The Army predicts it will spend $25 million to $45 million on the plan, an estimate that doesn't include Secret Service or law enforcement.
What we're watching: The Women's March is separately organizing protests called "Kick Out the Clowns," also on Saturday.
- Local events are planned in La Jolla, Carmel Valley and Escondido.