On the same day Melissa Hortman and her husband were murdered in a "politically-motivated" assassination, more "politically-motivated" violence occurred at peaceful protests across the country.

Virginia police said they arrested a man who drove his SUV through a “No Kings” protest Saturday, hitting at least one person. The Culpeper Police Department (CPD) said officers stopped Joseph R. Checklick Jr.

Joseph R. Checklick Jr. was arrested after police said he intentionally drove into protesters in Culpeper, Virginia on June 14.

On Saturday, cities across the country — including several in Hampton Roads — held "No Kings Day" demonstrations.

Tight security ensured a family-oriented atmosphere at the U.S. Army's 250th anniversary parade despite liberal opposition and protests nearby.

Governor Glenn Youngkin has a message for anyone who plans to take part in protests over federal immigration enforcement and/or President Donald Trump, "if you violate the law, you will be arrested."

United West Virginia organized the assembly and chose the name “No Kings” after Trump posted a picture portraying himself as one. He also organized a $45 million dollar military parade to honor the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army.

About 750 people turned out, on June 14, 2025, for a "No Kings Day of Action" rally at the West Virginia Capitol in Charleston. The rally was in opposition to the policies of President Donald Trump on the same day that Trump held a military parade in Washington D.