Thousands Gather in Chicago's 'No Kings' Protest Against Immigration Policies
Approximately 100,000 demonstrators assembled in Chicago's Grant Park to protest President Trump's immigration policies and recent federal enforcement actions.
On October 18, 2025, approximately 100,000 people gathered in Chicago's Grant Park for the "No Kings" protest, opposing President Donald Trump's immigration policies and recent federal enforcement actions.
The demonstration was part of a nationwide movement, with over 2,600 rallies held across the United States. In Chicago, protesters carried signs such as "Abolish ICE" and "Hands Off Chicago," expressing concern over aggressive tactics used by federal agents, including the fatal shooting of a man in Franklin Park and the detention of citizens and children in South Shore.
Prominent figures, including Mayor Brandon Johnson and several U.S. Representatives and Senators, participated in the event. Alderman Jesse Fuentes was notably handcuffed by ICE while demanding to see a warrant.
The Chicago Police Department reported no arrests related to the rally or march.
The "No Kings" protests were organized in response to perceived authoritarian actions by the Trump administration, including the deployment of federal troops to cities and immigration raids. The movement emphasized peaceful assembly and the protection of democratic institutions.
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