Robert De Niro Leads Massive Protests Against Trump's 'Fucked Up' Presidency

The actor joined millions in 'No Kings' demonstrations, calling for the president's removal and an end to his administration's policies.

Mar. 29, 2026 at 3:52pm

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In a fiery speech, acclaimed actor Robert De Niro joined protesters in New York City marching against the Trump administration, declaring that the president 'must be stopped now' and describing him as an 'existential threat' who is 'corrupting' the country. De Niro was spotted leading the demonstrations alongside other high-profile figures, as similar 'No Kings' protests erupted across the U.S. calling for 'regime change' and the arrest of Trump and his Cabinet.

Why it matters

De Niro's vocal opposition to Trump and participation in the nationwide protests highlight the deep divisions and growing unrest within the country over the president's policies and conduct in office. The massive scale of the 'No Kings' demonstrations reflects the widespread public anger and desire for change, posing a significant political challenge for the Trump administration.

The details

During a press conference, De Niro lambasted Trump as a 'corrupt leader enriching himself' and his 'Epstein class buddies,' while condemning the administration's actions on healthcare, the economy, and civil rights. The actor went on to accuse GOP officials of being 'bound to [Trump] in fear of losing their jobs.' De Niro later joined the New York City march, marching alongside figures like Rev. Al Sharpton, New York Attorney General Letitia James, and Padma Lakshmi.

  • On Saturday, March 28, 2026, De Niro delivered his remarks at a press conference ahead of the 'No Kings' protests.
  • On the same day, De Niro was spotted leading the march in New York City.

The players

Robert De Niro

An acclaimed American actor and a vocal critic of President Trump, who joined the 'No Kings' protests in New York City to call for the president's removal from office.

Rev. Al Sharpton

A civil rights activist and television host, who marched alongside De Niro in the New York City protests.

Letitia James

The Attorney General of New York, who participated in the 'No Kings' demonstration in New York City.

Padma Lakshmi

An Indian-American television personality, author, and model, who joined the New York City march against the Trump administration.

Donald Trump

The President of the United States, who was the target of the nationwide 'No Kings' protests calling for his removal from office.

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What they’re saying

“He must be stopped and he must be stopped now!”

— Robert De Niro, Actor

“It's time to say no to kings. It's time to say no to Donald Trump, we've had enough!”

— Robert De Niro, Actor

“No taking health care from our most vulnerable neighbors, no unaffordable groceries, no unaffordable energy, no unaffordable housing and no inflation at it's highest level since COVID. No government masked thugs shooting down our neighbors in the streets.”

— Robert De Niro, Actor

What’s next

The nationwide 'No Kings' protests are expected to continue in the lead-up to the 2026 midterm elections, with organizers vowing to maintain pressure on the Trump administration until significant political changes are achieved.

The takeaway

De Niro's impassioned participation in the 'No Kings' demonstrations underscores the deep-seated opposition to the Trump presidency from prominent figures in the entertainment industry and the broader public. The scale and intensity of the protests reflect the growing sense of urgency among many Americans to confront what they view as the president's authoritarian tendencies and harmful policies.