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Los Angeles police officers stand at the ready as thousands participate in the “No Kings” demonstration in downtown Los Angeles.

She was attending her first protest, driven to be seen with thousands of others at a “No Kings” demonstration Saturday morning in El Segundo, eager to make a statement.

But organizers of the “No Kings” movement say it’s a dangerous blurring of patriotism and personal glorification.

Despite being far from home there's plenty of UK bands playing, such as Devon band Muse who are replacing headliners Kings of Leon, who had to drop out after an injury.

The Center Theatre Group released an update Wednesday saying they received an exemption from the mayor’s office to continue its performances, not counting Saturday, which will be closed for the so-called “No Kings” demonstrations.