1 arrested in threat made to Texas state capitol
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AUSTIN, Texas — As the official "No Kings" protest at the Texas Capitol ended, police closed a number of streets in Downtown Austin as protesters began walking through downtown.
No Kings protests come on the heels of protests across the country over federal immigration enforcement raids that began last week and Trump ordering
Saturday's event at the Capitol remained peaceful as crowds gathered to listen to speakers and rally. The Texas Department of Public Safety made one arrest earlier in the day related to threats made against state lawmakers that were expected to speak.
Millions of people across the country protested the Trump administration across on Saturday, including in Austin.
The “No Kings” day of action happened the same day as, and in opposition to, a Washington, D.C. military parade on President Donald Trump’s birthday. Planning for the parade began two years ago and was intended to commemorate the U.S. Army’s 250th anniversary.
The “day of defiance” protests began as early as 10 a.m. in North Texas, while the Washington, D.C., military parade for the Army’s 250th birthday starts at 5:30 p.m. Central.
This isn't the first protest San Antonio has seen this week in regards to immigration raids. On Wednesday, June 11, A peaceful demonstration was held despite a significant police presence and more than 300 demonstrators at the Alamo and City Hall.
Follow live updates as the military parade in Washington, D.C., kicks off on Trump's birthday. 'No Kings' protests by opponents are planned across the country today.