In the latest episode of political theater, millions are expected to pour into the streets again for the “No Kings” rallies. Yes, folks, the spectacle has returned as the masses prepare to express their relentless opposition to President Trump. This time, expectations are sky high with over 2,500 protests anticipated, a noticeable bump from the last event back in June. It’s like a repeating sitcom episode nobody asked for, with even more drama and characters this round.
Back in June, around 5 million people participated in about 2,000 events. One might wonder if they’re earning frequent protest miles. The numbers are expected to swell this weekend, a demonstration of dedication to the cause… or just a convenient excuse to miss work. Some folks in Washington, like the Senate Minority Leader and Boston’s Mayor, have RSVP’d to join the echo chamber. How exciting! But not everyone is thrilled about this gathering. In fact, House Speaker Mike Johnson has a far less flattering name for it, calling it the “Hate America Rally.” He’s clearly not impressed by the crowd’s taste in social justice.
Speaker Johnson holds nothing back, labeling the gathering a mix of Marxists, socialists, Antifa sympathizers, and assorted leftists. It’s like a casting call for a dystopian TV series, complete with diverse ideological realignment. Bernie Sanders, on the other hand, insists it’s a celebration of constitutional values against imagined authoritarianism. If only they could settle it with a thumb wrestle instead of upsetting the ever-bustling national mall.
Meanwhile, President Trump remains unmoved by the hoopla. In a tidy little interview, he made clear he doesn’t fancy crowns or thrones. One wonders how many times he’ll need to clarify he’s not a monarch. He brushes off the gossip that the looming government shutdown is tied to the rallies. King? At this point, he surely wishes they’d propose a new title, just for variety.
As the weekend approaches, Democratic leaders preach peace, urging participants to steer clear of the chaos that marred a small number of June’s otherwise “peaceful” protests. It’s your classic reminder that peace is preferable to overturning trash cans and picketing with hints of destruction. America’s tuning in to see if these rallies will bring genuine dialogue or remain merely an episode of choreographed discontent, getting ready for another act in the comedy of political errors.
