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Significant crowds in major cities like New York City and Washington, D.C., and even in London, were observed on Saturday during the second "No Kings" protest since June against the Trump administration.

While some leaders feared the marches could devolve into violence, there were no reports of violence or arrests at the afternoon rallies amid the ongoing government shutdown.

Republicans have argued the protests are simply an effort to distract from the current government shutdown battle and appease their base.

House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., told FOX Business he hoped that Democrat leaders who attended would be more willing to accept the GOP's plan after the demonstrations were over – but he did not sound overly optim

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