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On Flag Day, protests are set across the U.S. to oppose President Trump’s military parade and policies. Mississippi’s 50501 Movement corroborates a rise in dissent with multiple demonstrations scheduled. Activists rally in response to Trump’s governance, emphasizing concerns over economic and human rights issues. Participants will don white attire, representing defiance against authoritarianism. The protests reflect a nationwide movement demanding social equity and challenging current political norms.
Jackson, Mississippi – A nationwide protest against President Donald Trump is scheduled for Flag Day, June 14, 2025, coinciding with Trump’s 79th birthday and the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army. The event, titled “No Kings Day” or the “Day of Defiance,” aims to express opposition to Trump’s military parade and his administration’s policies.
Protests are arranged to take place across the United States, including multiple locations in Mississippi, where organizers from the 50501 Movement have planned demonstrations throughout the year. Previous protests in Mississippi included events on February 5, February 17, March 4, April 5, April 19, May 1, May 24, and June 6, reflecting a growing grassroots momentum that challenges the current administration’s stance on various issues.
The U.S. Army is preparing a significant military parade in Washington, D.C., on the same day, featuring approximately 7,000 troops, 50 aircraft, and more than 150 military vehicles, including tanks. The event will showcase military flyovers, fireworks, and a flag presentation by the Golden Knights, a U.S. Army parachute team. President Trump will officiate a ceremony for enlisting and re-enlisting soldiers during the parade, which is projected to last up to four hours and could cost as much as $40 million, inclusive of street repairs in the District of Columbia.
The celebration organized by the Army will run from June 7 through June 14, with events scheduled for livestream on social media platforms, allowing wider participation. However, the proposed militarization of the occasion has become a focal point for opposition from various community leaders and activists.
Specific protest activities in Mississippi include:
- Jackson: Noon to 2 p.m. at the south side of the Mississippi State Capitol.
- Gulfport: 9-11 a.m. at the Gulfport Federal Courthouse.
- Hattiesburg: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at city hall.
- Tupelo: 10:30 a.m. to noon in front of U.S. Rep. Trent Kelly’s office.
- Starkville: Noon to 1:30 p.m. at The Hub.
- Hernando: 3-4 p.m. at the DeSoto County Courthouse.
- Oxford: 11 a.m. to noon at Oxford City Hall.
Protesters have raised concerns about various aspects of Trump’s policies—including economic tariffs, deportation efforts, and budget cuts to federal agencies—which they argue are detrimental to democracy and infringe on human rights. Additionally, they see the protests as a means to spotlight community-led movements advocating for social equity and challenging authoritarianism.
Participants are encouraged to wear white attire during the protests to symbolize defiance against perceived fascism. Previous attendees have criticized the administration’s impact on democracy as well as its socio-economic effects on the most vulnerable segments of the population.
As frustrations with Trump’s governance persist, these coordinated protests are anticipated to span all 50 states, with at least one protest in each location. The scheduled events reflect a broader national response to the administration’s policies and an increasingly organized movement of dissent across the country.
The upcoming demonstrations underscore a deep-seated unease regarding Trump’s presidency and the implications of his approach to leadership as expressed by significant segments of the American public.
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Additional Resources
- Clarion Ledger: No Kings Day Protests
- Wikipedia
- Clarion Ledger: No Kings Day Mississippi Rallies
- Google Search: Trump Protests 2025
- Clarion Ledger: May Day Protest in Jackson, MS
- Google Scholar: Trump Protests
- Clarion Ledger: 50501 Protest Against Trump and Elon Musk
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Trump Administration
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