Tampa Bay to join Oct. 18 "No Kings" protests
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Another slate of No Kings protests are planned for this Saturday in Tampa Bay and across the U.S.
Why it matters: The latest round of protests comes amid growing frustration about the ongoing government shutdown and widespread opposition to President Trump's military crackdown on Democratic-led cities across America.
State of play: More than 2,500 events are planned across all 50 states as of Monday, organizers said.
- "Together, millions will send a clear and unmistakable message: we are a nation of equals, and our country will not be ruled by fear or force," their statement said.
- Participating groups include the American Civil Liberties Union, American Federation of Teachers, 50501, Human Rights Campaign, Indivisible and MoveOn.
The other side: The recurring movement against the Trump administration has garnered sharp criticism from Republican lawmakers who say Democrats are protesting as a ploy during the government shutdown.
Zoom in: Demonstrations are planned throughout the Tampa Bay region from Venice north to Brooksville and from St. Petersburg east to Lakeland.