Newsom and local officials have said the federalization of the National Guard and deployment of the military violated the state's sovereignty, was unnecessary and has served to inflame the situation....

A large military parade showcasing American power, requested by President Donald Trump to mark the Army’s 250th anniversary, took place in Washington, D.C., featuring tanks, troops and marching bands...

Newsom has warned that the military intervention is part of a broader effort by Trump to overturn norms at the heart of the nation’s democracy.

Tens of thousands of people participated in dozens of "No Kings" protests in downtown Los Angeles and throughout Southern California to join a coalition of activists across the country demonstrating "in defiance" of President Trump.

About 500 people participated in the No Kings rally and march in downtown Fayetteville on Saturday, June 14, 2025.

"It's simple, I don't want a king running my country," she told reporters.