Several Hundred Gather for “No Kings” Protest in Downtown Plainfield

 Plainfield, IN — Several hundred people gathered along Main Street in downtown Plainfield on Saturday, March 28, for a “No Kings” protest.

The demonstration took place throughout the afternoon, drawing a mix of community members holding signs and engaging in conversations along the Main Street corridor. Among those present were a number of Democratic political candidates, who interacted with participants during the event.

The protest remained largely peaceful, with no significant incidents reported among the crowd. At times, however, individuals driving trucks passed through the area and intentionally emitted large amounts of exhaust—commonly referred to as “rolling coal”—toward protesters, prompting visible reactions.

Police presence was minimal, with officers monitoring the situation from a distance. No major law enforcement actions were observed.

The gathering reflected a range of viewpoints within the community, as both participants and critics expressed their perspectives in different ways. While the demonstration itself remained orderly, it also underscored ongoing divisions in public opinion surrounding the issues being raised.

The crowd gradually dispersed later in the afternoon without escalation.