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Seattle Mayor Orders Review After Protests at Christian Rally Lead to 23 Arrests

Clashes erupted between Mayday USA rally attendees and counter-protesters in a historically LGBTQ+ neighborhood, prompting criticism of event planning and police response.

A family walks past Seattle police on 3rd Avenue on March 11, 2022 in downtown Seattle, Washington
A transgender rights activist holds a flag during the Trans Day Of Visibility rally on the National Mall on March 31, 2025 in Washington City.
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Overview

  • The Mayday USA rally, part of a national tour promoting conservative Christian values, was held at Cal Anderson Park in Seattle on May 24, 2025.
  • Counter-protests organized by LGBTQ+ activists and left-wing groups led to violent clashes, resulting in 23 arrests and one officer injured.
  • Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell condemned the rally, calling it a 'far-right event' designed to provoke, and directed a review of the event's permitting process.
  • The Seattle Police Department faced criticism for its handling of the protests, with the police union citing understaffing and challenging political dynamics.
  • An after-action report is being prepared by the police to assess crowd management, arrests, and event preparations.