MANHATTAN, N.Y. (PIX11) – Drivers are being asked to avoid 7th Avenue in Manhattan on Saturday due to the "No Kings" protest, according to the NYPD.
The department posted on X that West 57th Street to 14th Street is closed to cars. Protesters are marching down 7th Avenue, starting at Father Duffy Square, against the Trump administration's policies.
The NYPD posted a statement on X saying,
"The No Kings protests are happening across the city today. The NYPD will be out to make sure everyone can peacefully and safely exercise their first amendment right. As a reminder, there will be zero tolerance for any illegal activity or anyone who breaks the law."
Organizers of the "No Kings" march are encouraging protesters to stay peaceful and practice de-escalation.
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