Politics & Government

See photos and videos from ‘No Kings’ protests in Lexington, Louisville

By Ryan Hermens , Tashandra Poullard and Luke Franke
Protesters gather in downtown Lexington, Ky., during the “No Kings” protest on Saturday, June 14, 2025.
Protesters gather in downtown Lexington, Ky., during the “No Kings” protest on Saturday, June 14, 2025. Ryan C. Hermens rhermens@herald-leader.com

Large crowds gathered Saturday afternoon in cities across Kentucky and the U.S. to protest President Donald Trump’s administration.

The demonstrations, called “No Kings” protests, were in opposition to several recent Trump actions, including a military parade in Washington D.C., Saturday to mark the Army’s 250th anniversary that coincides with the president’s birthday, and widespread deportations.

Thousands of people gathered in Kentucky’s two largest cities — Louisville and Lexington — to protest. Check out photos and videos from the events.

Lexington

Protesters gather in downtown Lexington, Ky., during the “No Kings” protest on Saturday, June 14, 2025.
Protesters gather in downtown Lexington, Ky., during the “No Kings” protest on Saturday, June 14, 2025. Ryan C. Hermens rhermens@herald-leader.com
Protesters gather in downtown Lexington, Ky., during the “No Kings” protest on Saturday, June 14, 2025.
Protesters gather in downtown Lexington, Ky., during the “No Kings” protest on Saturday, June 14, 2025. Ryan C. Hermens rhermens@herald-leader.com
Protesters gather in downtown Lexington, Ky., during the “No Kings” protest on Saturday, June 14, 2025.
Protesters gather in downtown Lexington, Ky., during the “No Kings” protest on Saturday, June 14, 2025. Ryan C. Hermens rhermens@herald-leader.com
Lexington police officers watch as protesters gather in downtown Lexington, Ky., during the “No Kings” protest on Saturday, June 14, 2025.
Lexington police officers watch as protesters gather in downtown Lexington, Ky., during the “No Kings” protest on Saturday, June 14, 2025. Ryan C. Hermens rhermens@herald-leader.com
Protesters gather in downtown Lexington, Ky., during the “No Kings” protest on Saturday, June 14, 2025.
Protesters gather in downtown Lexington, Ky., during the “No Kings” protest on Saturday, June 14, 2025. Ryan C. Hermens rhermens@herald-leader.com
Protesters gather in downtown Lexington, Ky., during the “No Kings” protest on Saturday, June 14, 2025.
Protesters gather in downtown Lexington, Ky., during the “No Kings” protest on Saturday, June 14, 2025. Ryan C. Hermens rhermens@herald-leader.com
Protesters gather in downtown Lexington, Ky., during the “No Kings” protest on Saturday, June 14, 2025.
Protesters gather in downtown Lexington, Ky., during the “No Kings” protest on Saturday, June 14, 2025. Ryan C. Hermens rhermens@herald-leader.com
Drummers matched and sang songs of protest, joining in on the “No Kings” protest of President Donald Trump’s administration on Saturday, June 14, 2025, in downtown Lexington, Ky.
Drummers matched and sang songs of protest, joining in on the “No Kings” protest of President Donald Trump’s administration on Saturday, June 14, 2025, in downtown Lexington, Ky. Tasha Poullard tpoullard@herald-leader.com
Protesters lined the streets as cars passed by honking horns in solidarity during the “No Kings” protest of President Donald Trump’s administration on Saturday, June 14, 2025, in downtown Lexington, Ky.
Protesters lined the streets as cars passed by honking horns in solidarity during the “No Kings” protest of President Donald Trump’s administration on Saturday, June 14, 2025, in downtown Lexington, Ky. Tasha Poullard tpoullard@herald-leader.com

Louisville

Congressman Morgan McGarvey speaks to the thousands of demonstrators gathered during the ‘No Kings’ march and protest at Metro Hall in downtown Louisville, Kentucky, Saturday, June 14, 2025. ‘No Kings’ rallies organized across the United States in direct response to President Donald Trump’s military parade in Washington D.C.
Congressman Morgan McGarvey speaks to the thousands of demonstrators gathered during the ‘No Kings’ march and protest at Metro Hall in downtown Louisville, Kentucky, Saturday, June 14, 2025. ‘No Kings’ rallies organized across the United States in direct response to President Donald Trump’s military parade in Washington D.C. Luke Franke
Thousands of demonstrators gathered during the ‘No Kings’ march and protest at Metro Hall in downtown Louisville, Kentucky, Saturday, June 14, 2025. ‘No Kings’ rallies organized across the United States in direct response to President Donald Trump’s military parade in Washington D.C.
Thousands of demonstrators gathered during the ‘No Kings’ march and protest at Metro Hall in downtown Louisville, Kentucky, Saturday, June 14, 2025. ‘No Kings’ rallies organized across the United States in direct response to President Donald Trump’s military parade in Washington D.C. Luke Franke
Congressman Morgan McGarvey speaks to the thousands of demonstrators gathered during the ‘No Kings’ march and protest at Metro Hall in downtown Louisville, Kentucky, Saturday, June 14, 2025. ‘No Kings’ rallies organized across the United States in direct response to President Donald Trump’s military parade in Washington D.C.
Congressman Morgan McGarvey speaks to the thousands of demonstrators gathered during the ‘No Kings’ march and protest at Metro Hall in downtown Louisville, Kentucky, Saturday, June 14, 2025. ‘No Kings’ rallies organized across the United States in direct response to President Donald Trump’s military parade in Washington D.C. Luke Franke
Thousands of demonstrators gathered during the ‘No Kings’ march and protest at Metro Hall in downtown Louisville, Kentucky, Saturday, June 14, 2025. ‘No Kings’ rallies organized across the United States in direct response to President Donald Trump’s military parade in Washington D.C.
Thousands of demonstrators gathered during the ‘No Kings’ march and protest at Metro Hall in downtown Louisville, Kentucky, Saturday, June 14, 2025. ‘No Kings’ rallies organized across the United States in direct response to President Donald Trump’s military parade in Washington D.C. Luke Franke
Congressman Morgan McGarvey speaks to the thousands of demonstrators gathered during the ‘No Kings’ march and protest at Metro Hall in downtown Louisville, Kentucky, Saturday, June 14, 2025. ‘No Kings’ rallies organized across the United States in direct response to President Donald Trump’s military parade in Washington D.C.
Congressman Morgan McGarvey speaks to the thousands of demonstrators gathered during the ‘No Kings’ march and protest at Metro Hall in downtown Louisville, Kentucky, Saturday, June 14, 2025. ‘No Kings’ rallies organized across the United States in direct response to President Donald Trump’s military parade in Washington D.C. Luke Franke
Thousands of demonstrators gathered during the ‘No Kings’ march and protest at Metro Hall in downtown Louisville, Kentucky, Saturday, June 14, 2025. ‘No Kings’ rallies organized across the United States in direct response to President Donald Trump’s military parade in Washington D.C.
Thousands of demonstrators gathered during the ‘No Kings’ march and protest at Metro Hall in downtown Louisville, Kentucky, Saturday, June 14, 2025. ‘No Kings’ rallies organized across the United States in direct response to President Donald Trump’s military parade in Washington D.C. Luke Franke
Thousands of demonstrators gathered during the ‘No Kings’ march and protest at Metro Hall in downtown Louisville, Kentucky, Saturday, June 14, 2025. ‘No Kings’ rallies organized across the United States in direct response to President Donald Trump’s military parade in Washington D.C.
Thousands of demonstrators gathered during the ‘No Kings’ march and protest at Metro Hall in downtown Louisville, Kentucky, Saturday, June 14, 2025. ‘No Kings’ rallies organized across the United States in direct response to President Donald Trump’s military parade in Washington D.C. Luke Franke

This story was originally published June 14, 2025 at 5:39 PM.

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