While President Donald Trump attended a military parade he ordered on his birthday to recognize the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army in Washington, D.C., thousands of people in the Kansas City metro area flexed their First Amendment right Saturday to voice their opposition to polices of the Trump administration during the “No Kings” national day of defiance.

This story will provide live updates, photos, and videos from the “No Kings Day” protests that are scheduled across the Kansas City metro Saturday.7:00 p.m. - Crowds dwindle in Overland Park, but protesters remain into the evening.

On Saturday, people in the Kansas City area will gather for "No Kings Day," a day of protest against President Donald Trump.

A nationwide movement, these protests are set to coincide with a Flag Day military-style parade in Washington, D.C.

The same day, celebrants in Washington, D.C., will have a military parade to mark the U.S. Army’s 250th birthday.

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Thousands of people were at Kansas City’s Country Club Plaza Saturday afternoon for the “No Kings” rally. The protest began at noon and was scheduled to conclude at 3 p.m. On Saturday, “No Kings” rallies took place all over the country in response to recent actions taken by President Trump and other government officials.

On the day of “No Kings” protests around the country, Angel City fans chose to hold a silent protest during the team’s 2-1 loss against the North Carolina Courage.