SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — Thousands gathered across San Diego on Saturday as part of the nationwide “No Kings Day” movement, a coordinated day of protests challenging what demonstrators describe as authoritarian actions by the Trump administration.

Crowds filled downtown streets and neighborhoods across the county, with one of the largest rallies at Waterfront Park, where participants carried signs, chanted, and called for change on a wide range of issues, from immigration and healthcare to education and environmental protections.

“I’m just trying to protect democracy,” said one demonstrator. “I’ve watched too many of my friends and family scared of what’s going on.”

Others like Bri voiced frustration over what they view as violations of court orders and a lack of respect for the rule of

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