The Brief
- Thousands gathered across metro Atlanta, including Tucker and downtown
- Demonstrations remained largely peaceful with visible police presence
- Protesters cite concerns with federal policies and leadership
ATLANTA – Thousands of demonstrators gathered across metro Atlanta on Saturday as part of nationwide “No Kings” protests, with large crowds reported in Tucker, downtown Atlanta and Sandy Springs.
Thousands participate in local protests
What we know:
In Tucker, protesters filled a busy stretch near Lavista Road and Henderson Mill Road, with crowds estimated in the thousands earlier in the day.
Participants said they were motivated by concerns about federal leadership and policies. “I just wanted to be here and show solidarity… with other people who are very concerned about what’s going on with this Administration,” one protester said. Another added, “There’s just been a lot of executive overreach… I am supporting the folks against what we have right now in Washington.”…