What’s happening (fact-first): On Saturday, Oct 18, coordinated “No Kings” demonstrations drew large crowds in cities and towns across all 50 U.S. states, with organizers listing 2,600–2,700+ events and solidarity rallies in Europe (e.g., London, Barcelona, Madrid). Participants were urged to wear yellow; major civil-liberties and advocacy groups backed the mostly peaceful actions. Coverage from national and local outlets reported six- and seven-figure turnouts nationwide, with large gatherings in D.C., New York, Los Angeles and Chicago, and additional events across Europe.

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