Large crowds began gathering on Saturday morning in opposition to how Mr. Trump has been approaching various issues, such as immigration and the government shutdown.

Activists in Central Florida are preparing to join others across the state and nation Saturday for the anti-Trump “No Kings” protest 2.0.

President Donald Trump’s administration is at the center of growing unrest as “No Kings” protests spread across South Florida, part of a nationwide movement organizers say is meant to defend democracy and push back against authoritarian overreach.

In South Florida, plenty of protesters obliged. At Bayfront Park, Stevie Gomez, 29, spoke to the Miami Herald from inside an inflatable elephant costume, which she said she wore to show that the protests are peaceful. Gomez, whose family immigrated to the United States, said she finds it terrible to see how they are treating immigrants.

No visible counterprotesters were seen at the event while The Sun was there. Statewide coverage: No Kings protest photos of Florida crowds, signs, from Mar-a-Lago to Tallahassee to Daytona Beach Having to sever relationships with a number of his friends ...

If you're attending a "No Kings" protest in Florida Saturday, can you wear a mask? Here's what to know before you go.