Millions of protesters gathered in major cities across the U.S. and in other parts of the country on Saturday to take part in rallies against President Trump and his administration.

Why it matters: This latest round of protests comes as the government shutdown approaches its third week and opposition to Trump's military crackdown on Democratic-led cities grows.

Driving the news: More than 2,700 events were planned as part of the 'No Kings' protest across 50 states as of Friday, as well as several internationally, including in London, Paris, Rome and Lisbon, Portugal. • Organizing groups include the American Civil Liberties Union, American Federation of Teachers, 50501, Human Rights Campaign, Indivisible and MoveOn.

Friction point: GOP lawmakers condemned the movement as "a hate Americ

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