Walmart Heiress Funds Anti-Trump Ad, Spurs Nationwide Protests

Billionaire Walmart heiress Christy Walton has publicly supported a nationwide protest campaign against President Donald Trump by funding a full-page advertisement in The New York Times. The ad, linked to the 'No Kings' movement, calls for Americans to mobilize on June 14, coinciding with Trump's military parade in Washington, D.C., and his birthday, to oppose authoritarianism and defend democratic principles. The movement plans over 1,800 protests nationwide but intentionally excludes Washington, D.C., to avoid legitimizing the parade. Walton's spokesperson emphasized that her intent is to encourage peaceful civic engagement and dialogue, distancing her support from violent protests or unrelated demonstrations. In response, Trump allies and supporters have called for a boycott of Walmart, accusing Walton of politicizing the retail giant and funding anti-Trump activism. Walmart itself has distanced the company from Walton's political activities, highlighting that her views are personal and not connected to the corporation.