Walmart heiress Christy Walton published a full-page New York Times advertisement promoting “No Kings Day” events protesting President Trump’s policies, prompting a backlash from MAGA supporters. The ad, while not explicitly mentioning Trump, urged civic engagement and sparked calls to boycott Walmart. A Walmart spokesperson disavowed any connection between the company and Walton’s political actions. This follows a previous political advertisement placed by Walton in March, highlighting her increasing political involvement.
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Christy Walton’s full-page New York Times ad, criticizing the Trump administration’s foreign policy without explicitly naming Trump, has sparked a boycott call from Trump supporters. Walmart has distanced itself from the ad, clarifying that Walton’s actions are independent of the company. This controversy adds to the existing “economic blackout” movement targeting Walmart and other corporations, raising concerns about potential sales impacts. However, the ad’s impact remains uncertain, as Walmart’s low prices may outweigh the political backlash for many consumers. The timing of the ad, coinciding with “No Kings Day” and Trump’s birthday, further fueled the political firestorm.
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John Q. Hosedrinker