Executive Summary:
- Demonstrations are planned in major cities across the United States on June 14, 2025.
- At least 1,550 demonstrations are planned in all 50 states; however, event organizers anticipate the biggest gathering will be in the nation’s capital, Washington, DC.
- Organizations or individuals with offices, assets, and operations in major US cities should consider using the “No Kings” website to identify nearby protests and adjust security measures accordingly.
- Consider contacting RMS International’s Intelligence Services at info@rmsiusa.com to develop a bespoke threat assessments to forecast risk and learn how to protect your organization, assets, personnel, operations and reputation from mass mobilizations and riot like behavior.
Demonstrations are planned in major cities across the United States on June 14, 2025, the day commemorating Flag Day, a holiday which coincides with the birthday of the sitting president. At least 1,550 demonstrations are planned in all 50 states; however, event organizers anticipate the biggest gathering will be in the nation’s capital, Washington, DC where a military parade is scheduled to take place. Prior to June 14, several webinars and zoom meetings are being hosted for participants to “know their rights” and “mass mobilizations. All verbiage on the event’s hosted website urges participants to remain peaceful and non-violent. More than 100 groups, including “Indivisible,” 50501, and “Hands Off” have pledged their support for the movement.
Impact Analysis and Recommended Course of Action:
Related protests titled “No Kings on Presidents Day” took place across the country on February 17. The demonstrations denounced President Donald Trump, Elon Musk, and the Department of Government Efficiency. According to 50501, more than 3 million people turned out for the protests in April. The events, especially those occurring in larger cities, are expected to be well-populated. Despite calls for non-violence by event organizers, the recent riots in Los Angeles could prompt a similar action on June 14. Regardless of political affiliation or beliefs, best practices encourage individuals to avoid mass gatherings and demonstrations as even the most peaceful protests can turn violent with little-to-no warning. Organizations or individuals with offices, assets, and operations in major US cities should consider using the “No Kings” website to identify nearby protests and adjust security measures accordingly. Consider contacting RMS International’s Intelligence Services at info@rmsiusa.com to develop a bespoke threat assessments to forecast risk and learn how to protect your organization, assets, personnel, operations and reputation from mass mobilizations and riot like behavior.
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