‘No Kings’ organizers in Georgia want peaceful protests but are armed with de-escalation tactics

“No Kings” organizers are expecting a large crowd for a protest outside the Georgia Capitol they are working hard to keep peaceful Saturday. Pictured is a 2023 protest over abortion rights at the same location. Ross Williams/Georgia Recorder

Five years ago, an Atlanta protest that began peacefully ended in chaos with burning police cars and tear gas canisters.

With mass protests over the Trump administration’s policies set to take place around the country Saturday, Georgia’s leaders say they will be prepared if violent elements overtake peaceful protests. Around two dozen protests are scheduled across Georgia with hundreds across the country…

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