Walmart heiress Christy Walton has made headlines by funding a full-page color ad in the New York Times supporting the No Kings protest movement, which is organizing nationwide demonstrations on June 14.
The ad calls on Americans to defend the Constitution, stand against dictatorship, and support allies and trading partners.
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“The honor, dignity, and integrity of our country are not for sale,” the ad declares.
It clearly states that it was “paid for by Christy Walton” and includes a disclaimer noting the views are solely hers.
Walton, the widow of John Walton—son of Walmart founder Sam Walton—inherited over $18 billion after his death in 2005. She has since become known for her philanthropic work and political donations, including her support for The Lincoln Project, an anti-Trump political action committee, during the 2020 election.
Walmart has publicly distanced itself from the ad, stating it is “in no way connected to or endorsed by Walmart.”
The No Kings movement plans to hold over 1,000 nonviolent protests across the country on June 14 as a show of resistance to authoritarianism and a celebration of democratic values.
These demonstrations are timed to coincide with the U.S. Army’s 250th anniversary parade in Washington, D.C., as well as President Donald Trump’s 79th birthday.
Organizers have intentionally steered clear of D.C. for their events, aiming instead to:
“draw a clear contrast between our people-powered movement and the costly, wasteful, and un-American birthday parade in Washington.
