Kick Out the Clowns

media release: On Saturday, June 14, as President Donald Trump storms his $45M military birthday parade through the nation’s capitol, Women’s March members will hold “Kick Out the Clowns” events in all 50 states nationwide - with thousands of people converging for its central ‘Kick Out the Clowns’ direct action in Madison, Wisconsin. 

The action will showcase the power of the people and “turn satire into resistance” – in contrast with Trump’s military spectacle in Washington, D.C – in Wisconsin, a state that has served as ground zero for some of the nation’s tightest federal races, two critical state Supreme Court battles, and a wave of high-stakes electoral fights ahead. 

Library Mall, 715 State St., Madison, June 14, 2025 | 12-2 pm CT

Circus-themed attire is encouraged! Let’s shut down the shitshow.

SPEAKERS: Rachel O’Leary Carmona, executive director, Women’s March

Christine Neumann-Ortiz, executive director of Voces de la Frontera

RaeShanda Lias, creator, author, diversity advocate (MC)

The Madison branch of the 50501 Movement, in conjunction with Women’s March, will host a free market at the Library Mall on Saturday, June 14 from 12-2pm during the Kick Out the Clowns event. The Midway Free Market is a mutual aid partnership between 50501 Wisconsin and Women’s March that offers free, valuable goods to all. This event is planned to be the first of many free market days in Madison, and will include kids and adult summer clothing/shoes, toys, arts and crafts, books, and more.

Our Movement

We are dedicated to promoting nonviolence in all aspects of our interactions, fostering a culture of respect, understanding, and peaceful conflict resolution.

We believe that dialogue, empathy, and cooperation are essential in creating a safe and just environment for all.

later that day: No Kings Nationwide Day of Defiance

A core principle behind all No Kings events is a commitment to nonviolent action. We expect all participants to seek to de-escalate any potential confrontation with those who disagree with our values.

On June 14, Indivisible, 50501, Women’s March, and other community partners are coming together to create an unforgettable day of resistance here in Madison.

12-2pm at UW Library Mall: Join Women’s March for Kick Out the Clowns, a grassroots street circus. While you’re there, stop by the 50501 Midway Free Market to check out a variety of free goods.

2:00pm: No Kings March from UW Library Mall to the King St. corner of the State Capitol.

3:00pm at State Capitol: No Kings Rally begins and features local speakers who support Democracy.

To receive updates about Kick Out the Clowns, register for the event at https://act.womensmarch.com/signup/June14_MadisonAction/

Invite your friends and family to join you at No Kings: https://www.mobilize.us/mobilize/event/785593/

Are you interested in volunteering for the No Kings rally or march? Go to http://bit.ly/NoKings_Volunteer

In America, we don’t put up with would-be kings. NO KINGS is a national day of action and mass mobilization in response to increasing authoritarian excesses and corruption from Trump and his allies. We’ve watched as they’ve cracked down on free speech, detained people for their political views, threatened to deport American citizens, and defied the courts. They’ve done this all while continuing to serve and enrich their billionaire allies.

On Saturday, June 14, we’re taking to the streets nationwide. We’re not gathering to feed his ego. We’re building a movement that leaves him behind

The flag doesn’t belong to Donald Trump. It belongs to us. We’re not watching history happen. We’re making it.

On June 14, we’re showing up everywhere he isn’t—to say no thrones, no crowns, no kings. Check out nokings.org for more information.