"We expect all participants to seek to de-escalate any potential confrontation with those who disagree with our values and to act lawfully at these events..."

The action is part of “No Kings” protests being organized in hundreds of cities across the country Saturday that coincide with a military parade organized by the Trump administration in Washington, D.C. The parade marks the U.S. Army’s 250th anniversary. Saturday is also President Donald Trump’s 79th birthday.