Robert De Niro Targets Trump, Congress as ‘Goons’ at ‘No Kings’ Rally

Actor Robert De Niro delivered a fiery speech at the “No Kings” rally in New York City, joining thousands of demonstrators protesting against the Trump administration as part of a nationwide wave of coordinated events. During his address, De Niro sharply criticized not only Donald Trump but also members of Congress, alleging that the administration’s actions are enabled by political backing. In his remarks, he accused officials of working in tandem, referring to individuals within the administration as “goons” and claiming that such actions could not happen without broader institutional support. The rally in New York was one of more than 3,000 protests held across the United States, drawing large crowds in major cities and smaller communities alike. The movement has largely centered around opposition to immigration enforcement policies, foreign policy decisions, and concerns over executive power. De Niro, a longtime critic of Trump, has been increasingly vocal in recent years, using public appearances to call for political action and civic engagement. His latest remarks have quickly gone viral, adding to the already heated political discourse surrounding the protests. As demonstrations continue nationwide, reactions remain sharply divided—supporters framing the movement as a defense of democratic values, while critics point to the rhetoric used on stage as further deepening political polarization.