ABC News Daily Do anti-Trump protests mark a turning point?
Jun 16, 2025
Molly Ball, Senior Political Correspondent for The Wall Street Journal, delves into the recent surge of anti-Trump protests, highlighting a significant shift in public sentiment. She discusses the contrasting atmosphere of a military parade while protests erupt against perceived authoritarianism. Molly emphasizes the unity among various groups fighting for democracy and critiques the complexities of immigration policies under Trump. The conversation also touches on the legal challenges facing the administration and the implications for upcoming elections.
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Trump's Grand Military Parade Held
- Donald Trump finally held his desired grand military parade, inspired by France's similar event.
- The parade celebrated the 250th birthday of the US Army and coincided with Trump's birthday, which he called a coincidence.
Parade Seen As Authoritarian Signal
- Critics compared Trump's parade to authoritarian displays seen in countries like North Korea to highlight perceived authoritarian tendencies.
- The parade's timing, lacking a recent war victory, drew ironic criticism as tensions rose globally and domestically.
'No Kings' Protests Signal Revival
- The 'No Kings' nationwide protests showed unified, peaceful opposition to Trump's authoritarian tendencies.
- Unlike early Trump protests, these demonstrate a revived, organized protest movement signaling discontent with the current administration.