Mary Trump Urges Americans to Join 'No Kings' Protests This Weekend
Mary Trump's Call to Action
Mary Trump, the estranged niece of the president and a vocal critic, is rallying Americans to participate in the upcoming 'No Kings' protests scheduled for Saturday. In a recent Substack article titled "We the People: This Country Belongs to Us," she articulated her reasons for urging citizens to take to the streets this weekend. Her grievances are extensive, including what she describes as unlawful military actions in the Caribbean, an unauthorized war against Iran, economic turmoil caused by tariffs, and pervasive corruption. She emphasized, "The only people who can turn this around, the only people who can stop the insanity is us," asserting the importance of exercising First Amendment rights to protest against the regime's perceived cruelty and criminality. She concluded with a heartfelt invitation to her audience, encouraging them to join a nearby No Kings protest, stating, "Every single one of us who show up makes a difference. Let's make it clear that we believe in the American experiment and the Constitutional order; we believe in achieving a truly representative democracy and we will not be silent."
Understanding the No Kings Movement
The No Kings movement is a decentralized protest network that gained significant traction during 'No Kings Day' in June 2025. The movement has expanded since then, with the October protests attracting approximately seven million participants nationwide, an increase from five million in June. This Saturday, over 3,100 demonstrations are anticipated across all 50 states, potentially drawing more than nine million attendees, which would mark one of the largest single-day protests in U.S. history. Central to the movement is the belief that no leader should wield unchecked authority. Organizers argue that the protests are a response to government overreach, excessive military expenditure, and economic policies that favor the wealthy at the expense of everyday Americans. Minnesota has emerged as a focal point for this round of protests, particularly following the tragic shootings of citizens Nicole Good and Alex Pretti by federal agents in January, which ignited widespread outrage.
Reactions from the White House and Trump
The administration appears unfazed by the upcoming protests. White House spokesperson Abigail Jackson remarked that "the only people who care about these Trump Derangement Therapy Sessions are the reporters who are paid to cover them." In response to the protests, Trump addressed reporters aboard Air Force One, stating, "I'm not a king. I work my a** off to make our country great. That's all it is. I'm not a king at all."