Activists in some areas braved wet weather to raise signs and chant slogans. supporting the rights of immigrants and criticizing what they view as a power grab by the Trump administration.

In a city known as the cradle of American democracy, an impassioned, hourslong protest filled the streets for a 'No Kings Nationwide Day of Defiance.'

Photographer Hanbit Kwon shares photos and an essay on what the "No Kings" protest means in the city that birthed a nation.

The City of Philadelphia has closed several streets and is implementing parking restrictions for the "No Kings" protest rally and march on Saturday.

The largest "No Kings" protest on June 14 is expected to take place in Philadelphia as a nod to the country's history and to avoid accusations that protesters are opposing the Army parade in the nation's capital, organizers have said.

Events held in big cities, small towns and everything in between served as counterpoint to military parade in Washington coinciding with President Donald Trump’s 79th birthday.