NEWBERG, Ore. — Hundreds of people gathered around the flagpole in Newberg on Saturday in what organizers and city officials say was one of the largest political demonstrations in the city’s history.
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According to the protest organizers’ website, “No Kings is a national day of action and mass mobilization in response to increased authoritarian excesses and corruption from [United States President] Trump and his allies.”
Newberg was one of several communities across Oregon—and thousands nationwide—to participate in the demonstration.
“Staff estimate the crowd was about 700 people and was one of the larger demonstrations that the city has seen in recent years,” City Manager Will Worthey wrote in an email. “The city staff are extremely glad that all participants showed reason and restraint and that it was peaceful.”
Organizers say the core principle behind all No Kings events is a commitment to nonviolent action. Counterprotesters were present but limited.
Editor’s note: Newsberg is a nonpartisan, community-focused publication. We are covering this demonstration due to its historical significance and local impact, not to endorse or oppose any message or movement.
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