The second “No Kings” rally of 2025 drew hundreds of people on Saturday to Cora Roberson Park in Gainesville to protest President Donald Trump.

Speakers and bands were on hand as protesters gathered in opposition to Trump and his actions since taking office in January. The event organizers claimed that Trump has used Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents to “terrorize families,” sent the military to American cities claiming “non-existent emergencies,” allegedly prosecuting his political enemies and threatening to withhold back pay from federal workers.

Dozens of tables were available where people could get involved and learn about specific issues and there was a place to give and receive mutual aid to clothe local children. People brought new clothing, shoes, jackets and feminine hygiene products for kids and teens. Anyone who was in need of the clothing items or hygiene products was encouraged to take them for needy kids. The remaining contributions went to clothing closets and local schools.

North Central Florida Indivisible hosted the event, with co-hosts Gainesville Women for Democracy, Badass Feminists, Democratic Women’s Club of Alachua County, Alachua County Labor Coalition, and many others.

The first “No Kings” event was held on June 14. Gainesville residents held a similar, smaller rally in February at the corner of Main Street and University Avenue. A “Tesla Takedown” rally followed in March, along with others in April and May, including the “International Workers’ Day” rally. In July, a group gathered on West Newberry Road in front of Oaks Mall.