The MeidasTouch Podcast Trump gets Rude Awakening by Size Of No Kings Protest!!!
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Mar 29, 2026 A roundup of massive No Kings protests and surprising turnout numbers across the country. A survey of protest signs and themes stressing democracy, anti-fascism, and human dignity. Coverage of MAGA infighting and how right-wing media framed the demonstrations. Clips examine Trump’s remarks, foreign policy tensions, and veteran motivations for peaceful protest.
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Massive Nationwide No Kings Turnout
- No Kings protests drew a massive nationwide turnout with organizers estimating over 8 million people and some estimates near 10 million across all 50 states.
- Ben Meiselas highlights MidasTouch live coverage surpassing 1 million views and footage from Minneapolis, Philadelphia, D.C., Chicago, NYC, San Diego, Boston, Dallas, St. Paul and more.
No Kings Framed As Defense Of Democracy
- Protesters framed No Kings as opposition to authoritarianism, arguing Trump and his allies act like kings undermining democracy.
- Messaging emphasized democracy, human dignity, equal rights, empathy, and refusal to be divided.
Memorable Protest Signs From Across States
- Ben Meiselas reads and showcases creative protest signs from across the country, using them to illustrate protesters' messages.
- Examples include "quiet piggy" from Nebraska, "believe your eyes not the lies" from Illinois, and "See you later, alligator at your trial pedophile."