The majority of those gathered were part of the No Kings rally with a smaller group of people there to show their support for the Trump administration.

A protest in Bastrop, Texas was part of dozens that took place across the country Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025, for the “No Kings” day of action.

Rallies have kicked off along the East Coast as millions are expected to turn out in the U.S. for the second “No Kings” protests against President Donald Trump’s administration.As the government shutdown approaches its third week,