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In Alamogordo, New Mexico, more than 300 residents gathered throughout the day to participate in the “No Kings 2” protest, joining a wave of demonstrations that swept across Ruidoso, Albuquerque, and cities nationwide. Organizers described the turnout as “steady and passionate,” with participants coming and going throughout the event. The protest was part of a historic national mobilization, with over 7 million Americans reportedly taking part—marking it as the largest coordinated protest in modern U.S. history.
The movement, which drew thousands to downtown Albuquerque alone and to over 20 cities across New Mexico and 1000s nationwide, centered on concerns about the erosion of democratic norms and basic human rights.
An Alamogordo protester stated “The Constitution is being under attack in every single way at the federal level, but it is not just Federal it’s local in Otero County and Alamogordo with Amy Barela lock step with president Trump.”
Another protester mentioned the local municipal elections, said each of these protesters need to show up at the local municipal election. A protester giving his name as David claimed that 3 local Republican candidates were forced to sign a constitutionalist pledge created by Amy Barela declaring their loyalty to the Trump party agenda in local politics. “It’s not just national it’s local and Trumps illegal methods are seen every day locally in county government.”
In Alamogordo, drivers paused to observe the gathering, some stepping out of their vehicles to witness what one attendee called “a piece of history.” The protest remained peaceful, with signs calling for accountability, transparency, and a recommitment to democratic principles.
Amy Barela, chairwoman of the Republican Party of New Mexico, acknowledged the right to protest but questioned the clarity of the movement’s goals. “We think that this is anti-American because what are they actually protesting?” she said.
She also expressed hope for reconciliation in an interview with KOB: “I do see unity at the end of the tunnel of all of this. But we’ve got to calm down the rhetoric,” Barela added
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Protesters, however, stressed that unity doesn’t require uniformity.
As the 2 pm hour came on and the protest ended in Alamogordo, organizers called the day a success—not just for the numbers, but for the conversations sparked and the renewed commitment to civic engagement. Organizers called on moderates, progressives and those that believe in democracy to make sure they vote in this upcoming municipal election and to vote early. They reminded voters that they can vote early Monday thru Friday at the county building on New York Avenue 10 am to 5 pm.
With similar scenes unfolding in Ruidoso and across New Mexico, the “No Kings 2” protest underscored a growing movement of citizens demanding accountability, unity, and a recommitment to democratic values.
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