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Thousands gathered at "No Kings, Vote Now" rallies across the United States on Saturday, October 17, 2026, as organizers urged Americans to vote early in the November 3 midterm elections and protect democracy amid anti-Trump sentiment. The demonstrations, organized by the No Kings movement known for its opposition to the Trump administration, aimed to drive voter turnout as Republicans face tough races to retain control of Congress in what organizers framed as a defense of democratic institutions.