STATEMENT ON POLITICAL VIOLENCE & UPCOMING NO KINGS PROTEST 3/28
3/18/2026 | Yesterday, a member of our organization was attacked while peacefully protesting. This is now the third time someone in our movement has been physically harmed. To be clear — our organization and the No Kings movement are, and have always been, nonviolent. No one should be afraid to show up, speak out or participate in their community. What happened is unacceptable, and we are calling on local leaders to take this seriously to ensure the safety of everyone exercising their First Amendment rights.
Peaceful protest is one of our most basic Constitutional rights. While we try to maintain a sense of joy and even whimsical resistance, we are exercising a sacred fundamental right as Americans.
That is not a partisan ideal, nor is it a unique right to just “our side.” That’s why we have and will always be welcoming to counter-protesters (asking that neither side engage in yelling or escalation). While many of our members belong to the Democratic Party, we have many Independent and Republican participants who are also committed to nonviolent, visible resistance to this President’s overreach.
We know that violence, such as what happened yesterday, is not embraced across the entire MAGA movement. However, President Trump has emboldened his more extreme followers at various times — most notably encouraging a violent insurrection on January 6, then pardoning the perpetrators. Instead of serving as a role model, he has embraced the worst in himself and those around him.
That is what No Kings is about.
We are not backing down. If anything, this only reinforces why our work matters.
💙, Abby (Founder & Chair, WTF Can I Do Westmoreland)
MEDIA COVERAGE
Suspect free on $25K bail after alleged robbery of activist in Greensburg | Tribune-Review
Man facing charges after being caught on camera driving recklessly near protester | WPXI
Caught on camera: Greensburg protester allegedly assaulted outside courthouse | WTAE
Peaceful protester assaulted outside Westmoreland County Courthouse, police say | KDKA
WTF is HAPPENING
(in Westmoreland County?)
WTF Can I Do Westmoreland is a bipartisan grassroots movement helping people in Westmoreland County turn frustration into action. We believe democracy works best when ordinary people participate. Our mission is to organize sustained and visible civic engagement to defend democratic institutions, hold leaders accountable, and ensure government serves the public and not powerful interests.
Since launching in March 2025, our volunteers have organized protests, community events, and public advocacy focused on transparency, civil liberties, and protecting the founding ideals of free speech, equality, and liberty for all.
Our goal is ambitious but achievable. We aim to engage 3.5% of the population, about 11,000 people in Westmoreland County. Research shows that when even a small percentage of people participate in sustained civic action, real political change becomes possible.
So WTF Can You Do?
More than they’ll ever expect.
Persistent Visibility
📍 Every day – Courthouse Corner, 3:30–5:30 pm
Join us for ongoing public presence and community engagement.
Care-A-Van & Donations
📍 Wednesdays – Courthouse Corner, 4:30–6:30 pm
Bring food or clothing to support local residents with Grassroots Westmoreland.
WTF In-Person Meetings
📍 3rd Saturday of the month – Greensburg Hempfield Area Library, 10 am–12 pm
Followed by Grassroots Westmoreland meetings from 12–2 pm
Upcoming Rallies
& Events
📍 CANDIDATE FORUM: March 19th 7pm @UPG Campana Chapel | Hosted by College Republicans & Students for a Democratic Society –
Meet the candidates running for State Representative and U.S. House in Westmoreland County. This forum is your chance to hear directly from candidates, ask questions, and engage in the democratic process. Everyone in the community is welcome to attend and participate.
📍NO KINGS 3.0: March 28th 12-2 @ Westmoreland Courthouse
No Kings 3.0 is a community organizing event designed to bring residents together to discuss local issues, plan grassroots actions, and build collective power. Join us to connect with fellow activists and make a real impact in Westmoreland County.
You are allowed to say — at any point — “I can't support this.” Even if you did. Even if you weren't sure at first. At any time, you can say, "This has gone too far." And while the best time to say that was earlier, the second-best time is right now.
If you previously were “MAGA” and you’re joining us, great! We’re happy to have you. There are some great supports and resources out there (such as leavingmaga.org).