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Raskin Calls No Kings Protests 'Love America' Amid FBI Probe

10/23/2025

Summary

Story summary

Democratic Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-Md.) described the No Kings protests as 'totally positive' and a 'Love America' movement.
The FBI is investigating death threats reported during No Kings protests against U.S. President Donald Trump and Stephen Miller, deputy chief of staff.
Protests occurred in several cities, including Chicago and New York, in response to the ongoing government shutdown, with over 2,600 planned nationwide.
Republicans labeled these events 'Hate America' rallies.

History

Historical Context

The No Kings protests in 2019 arose during a government shutdown affecting over 800,000 federal workers, echoing the political dissent seen during the 1968 Democratic National Convention protests. Representative Jamie Raskin framed these protests as a 'Love America' movement, highlighting the growing polarization in American political discourse and the significant role of protests in shaping public opinion.

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Story summary

Democratic Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-Md.) described the No Kings protests as 'totally positive' and a 'Love America' movement.
The FBI is investigating death threats reported during No Kings protests against U.S. President Donald Trump and Stephen Miller, deputy chief of staff.
Protests occurred in several cities, including Chicago and New York, in response to the ongoing government shutdown, with over 2,600 planned nationwide.
Republicans labeled these events 'Hate America' rallies.

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