Trump Takes Aim at ‘No Kings’ Protesters with AI-Generated Videos of Himself Wearing a Crown
Across the United States, protests under the banner of “No Kings” have mobilized citizens to voice their discontent with President Donald Trump’s administration. On October 18, 2023, an estimated 2,700 rallies demonstrated the rights to free speech and assembly, criticizing Trump’s policies, especially regarding immigration.
Massive Participation in No Kings Rallies
No Kings organizers claimed attendance reached a staggering 7 million people nationwide. The protests were among the largest civil demonstrations since Earth Day, which took place 55 years ago.
- Estimated 2,700 rallies held across the country
- 7 million participants, according to organizers
- Over 100,000 attendees in New York City alone
- No arrests reported during the protests
Trump’s Response to Protesters
In response to the significant protests, President Trump and the White House released a series of AI-generated videos. One notable video depicted Trump wearing a crown, piloting a fighter jet labeled “King Trump” while dropping what seemed to be excrement on protesters. Another video showed him in a crown and robe, brandishing a sword while music played with the lyrics “hail to the king.” Former Democratic House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and other political figures appeared to bow before him in this clip.
The White House further amplified its message by posting an image of Trump alongside Vice President JD Vance, both adorned with crowns. In contrast, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer were featured wearing sombreros. The caption stated, “We’re built different.”
Political Reactions and Implications
In the lead-up to the protests, Republican leaders criticized the events, attributing the current government shutdown to the demonstrations. They labeled them as “hate America” rallies, illustrating the heightened political tension surrounding these events.
Despite the controversy, the No Kings protests proceeded peacefully, without major incidents or arrests. The success of these rallies underscores the public’s eagerness to exercise their democratic rights and express opposition to the current administration’s policies.
