‘No Kings’ protests draws supporters, opposition, costumes

Larry Schmitt holds a sign that says “Tyrants Fear a Free Press” during a “No Kings” demonstration in downtown Taylor on on Saturday afternoon, October 18, 2025. The crowd was approximately 300, mostly gathered at 2nd and Main Streets. Photo by Andy Sharp.

Amy Drake was joined by Gigi, her 7-month-old cat as they walked along Main Street during a “No Kings” demonstration in downtown Taylor on on Saturday afternoon, October 18, 2025. The crowd was approximately 300, mostly gathered at 2nd and Main Streets. Photo by Andy Sharp.

Mike Isbell and his wife Frieda offered another opinion, support of the current administration during a “No Kings” demonstration in downtown Taylor on on Saturday afternoon, October 18, 2025. Although their protest was quiet, they were heckled by a number of attendees. The crowd was approximately 300, mostly gathered at 2nd and Main Streets. Photo by Andy Sharp.

Sara Konovalski of Georgetown, dressed as a unicorn, crosses Main Street during a “No Kings” demonstration in downtown Taylor on on Saturday afternoon, October 18, 2025. The crowd was approximately 300, mostly gathered at 2nd and Main Streets. Photo by Andy Sharp.

Tom Cooper displays his sign during a “No Kings” demonstration in downtown Taylor on on Saturday afternoon, October 18, 2025. The crowd was approximately 300, mostly gathered at 2nd and Main Streets. Photo by Andy Sharp.

Mia Perez holds her small sign and waves from her spot at 2nd and Main Street during a “No Kings” demonstration in downtown Taylor on on Saturday afternoon, October 18, 2025. The crowd was approximately 300, mostly gathered at 2nd and Main Streets. Photo by Andy Sharp.

Bonnie MacKinnon and Kenneth Hoke Witherspoon hold a quiet “No Kings” protest from their chairs in front of San Gabriel Unitarian Universalist Fellowship on Saturday, October 18, 2025. Photo by Andy Sharp.