More than 3,000 people gathered at the intersection of U.S. 1 and King Street in Cocoa Saturday, March 28, for a 'No Kings' protest targeting policies from the Trump administration. The event, organized by the Space Coast Progressive Alliance, was part of a nationwide series of demonstrations. Protesters held signs criticizing immigration enforcement, LGBTQ+ and minority-related policies, and the war in Iran. Organizer statements emphasized the event's focus on opposing what they called 'authoritarian' governance. The rally followed similar events in Cocoa in June and October 2025, which also drew large crowds. Participants lined the street in both directions, some holding signs reading 'No More Wars' and 'Protect Our Communities.' The protest lasted about two hours, with attendees chanting and waving flags. Local officials did not publicly comment on the event. The Space Coast Progressive Alliance plans to hold similar rallies in the coming months. The intersection has become a recurring site for political demonstrations since 2025. No arrests were reported, and traffic was rerouted for the duration of the protest. The group said the event was 'about holding leaders accountable' and 'defending human rights.'
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Thousands gather in Cocoa for 'No Kings' protest against Trump policies
A crowd of thousands filled Cocoa's U.S. 1 and King Street intersection Saturday to protest Trump administration policies in a 'No Kings' rally organized by the Space Coast Progressive Alliance.
Source: Florida Today