Following reports that Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei had been killed in airstrikes carried out by the US and Israel, anti-war protests erupted across various cities in the United States, notably outside the White House and in New York's Times Square. Demonstrators expressed their frustration with US military involvement in foreign conflicts, highlighting concerns over President Trump's unilateral actions without Congressional approval.

At the protests, participants like Sue Johnson voiced strong criticism of President Trump's approach to international conflicts, accusing him of acting like a 'fascist' by engaging in military aggression without proper authorization from Congress. The sentiments shared among the crowds indicated a growing unease about the potential ramifications of US actions in the Middle East, particularly in light of the escalating tensions with Iran.

The protests reflect a broader national discourse regarding the limits of presidential power in conducting military operations and the importance of Congressional oversight. Activists argue that these kinds of military decisions should involve a democratic process rather than being centralized in the executive branch, pointing to a perceived disregard for constitutional safeguards in favor of impulsive foreign policy decisions.