Fact Check: The organizers of the 'No Kings' protests stated that the nationwide demonstrations took place in more than 2,100 cities and towns and drew over 5 million participants.

Fact Check: "The organizers of the 'No Kings' protests stated that the nationwide demonstrations took place in more than 2,100 cities and towns and drew over 5 million participants."

What We Know

The claim regarding the "No Kings" protests asserts that these demonstrations occurred in over 2,100 cities and towns, attracting more than 5 million participants. Reports indicate that the protests were organized in response to the Trump administration and were planned to coincide with a military parade in Washington, D.C. Organizers estimated that there would be roughly 2,000 protests across the country, not exceeding this number (New York Times). While some sources do report that organizers claimed over 5 million participants, the number of cities mentioned is inconsistent with the earlier estimates (NPR, Axios).

Analysis

The claim that the protests took place in over 2,100 cities is not supported by the available evidence. The most reliable sources indicate that the organizers estimated around 2,000 protests, which aligns with the reports from major news outlets (New York Times).

Regarding the participation numbers, while some reports state that "millions" attended the protests, the specific figure of over 5 million is attributed to organizers' claims, which can often be inflated for impact (AP News, Chicago Tribune). The lack of independent verification of these numbers raises questions about their accuracy.

The sources reporting these figures vary in reliability. Established news organizations like NPR and Axios provide context and corroborate the claims made by organizers, but they do not independently verify the exact numbers. Therefore, while the protests were significant, the specific claims about the number of cities and participants appear to be exaggerated.

Conclusion

Verdict: False. The claim that the "No Kings" protests occurred in over 2,100 cities and drew more than 5 million participants is not substantiated by reliable evidence. The estimates of 2,000 protests and the participation numbers, while potentially in the millions, lack independent verification and appear to be inflated.

Sources

1. What We Know About the 'No Kings' Protests on Saturday
2. Demonstrators rally against Trump at 'No Kings' protests
3. Anti-Trump No Kings protests flood American streets ahead ...
4. “No Kings” anti-Trump protests attract millions, organizers say
5. Millions come out for 'No Kings' protests across the US, organizers say ...