MAGA’s fierce backlash against Oct 18’s “No Kings” protests reveals deep fears of public dissent. Greg Sargent and Jill Lawrence discuss how GOP leaders like Mike Johnson demonize these constitutional protests to suppress opposition. This strategy may backfire, boosting turnout and shaping future elections. Read more: https://www.alternet.org/trump-no-kings-mike-johnson/ #GregSargent #JillLawrence #Trump #NoKingsProtests #MAGA #MikeJohnson #authoritarianism #protest #Congress #publicopinion
MAGA's fury over anti-Trump plan could backfire on the president — here's why
This Saturday, October 18, more "No Kings" protests will be held in cities all over the United States. These protests, like the No Kings Day events of June 14, are being held in opposition to President Donald Trump's policies — which the organizers view as overtly authoritarian. Trump and his MAGA a...