Robert De Niro Joins Anti-Trump Protests: “We Must Keep Fighting”
Academy Award-winning actor and longtime Trump critic Robert De Niro has voiced strong support for the recent wave of anti-Trump demonstrations across the U.S. In an impassioned statement, the Goodfellas star declared, “We can’t let up”—urging protesters to continue challenging Donald Trump’s political resurgence amid his legal battles and divisive rhetoric.
De Niro’s remarks follow renewed protests sparked by Trump’s indictments, his claims of “political persecution,” and his 2024 presidential campaign. Demonstrators nationwide demand accountability, citing Trump’s role in the January 6 insurrection and his attacks on democratic norms.
De Niro’s Blunt Warning: “Trump Is a Threat to America”
In an exclusive Guardian interview, De Niro escalated his years-long criticism of Trump, calling him “a danger to the country’s core values.”
“He’s been indicted multiple times, found liable for sexual abuse, and led a violent attempt to overturn an election—yet he’s still running again,” De Niro said. “If we don’t resist now, we’ll lose the democracy we claim to cherish.”
The actor, who famously called Trump a “national disaster” at the 2018 Tony Awards, praised protesters for their persistence: “Every march, every sign, every voice matters. Complacency isn’t an option.”
Nationwide Protests Gain Momentum
From New York to Los Angeles, activists wave signs like “Convict Trump” and “Defend Democracy”—a response to Trump’s recent vows of “retribution” and dismissal of the courts as “corrupt.” Grassroots groups (MoveOn, Indivisible) plan larger rallies ahead of the 2024 election.
“This isn’t just about Trump—it’s about preventing authoritarianism,” said a protester in D.C.
Mixed Reactions: Praise vs. Backlash
- Supporters: Progressives and celebrities applaud De Niro’s stance, calling it a rallying cry.
- Critics: Trump allies, like Steve Bannon, dismiss De Niro as “a Hollywood elitist” with no grasp of Trump’s base.
Polls reflect the divide: While Trump’s loyalists remain unmoved, independents increasingly question his fitness for office (Pew Research).
What Comes Next?
With Trump’s trials and the election ahead, De Niro’s message spotlights a high-stakes cultural clash. “This is about decency,” he insists. “History will judge us by how we respond.”
As protests grow, public figures like De Niro could sway undecided voters—but the political battle is far from over.
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