Protesters lined the streets of downtown Ocala on Saturday morning in opposition to Donald J. Trump, citing rising gas prices, an opposition to the United States military engagement in Iran, and immigration policies.
The most recent demonstration took place at the Historic Downtown Square in Ocala from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday, March 28. The event began earlier than previous demonstrations due to afternoon heat.
The scene captured by photographer Bradley Rojas shows a diverse group of attendees holding a wide array of handmade signs at the intersection of East Silver Springs Boulevard and near the downtown square.
Common themes among the banners included “No Kings,” “No ICE,” and “No War,” as well as various messages critical of President Donald J. Trump and his administration.
One prominent sign featured an image of the President next to a gas pump, while others displayed messages such as “When Injustice Becomes Law, Resistance Becomes Duty” and “America Was Already Good Before.”
The “No Kings” movement has remained active throughout the early months of 2026, with Saturday’s event marking at least the fourth organized gathering this year. Previous demonstrations were held on January 17 and January 25, spurred in part by the January deaths of Renee Good and Alex Pretti during ICE-involved shootings.
The movement has also seen involvement beyond the downtown square, including a campus protest led by West Port High School students on February 6.
This consistent presence follows a busy 2025 schedule where the group hosted demonstrations regularly in June, October, and several other months.
As with previous events, Saturday’s demonstration occurred alongside local law enforcement presence to ensure the safety of protesters and motorists.
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