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Washington Post
2 days ago
- Business
- Washington Post
Trump backers call for Walmart boycott amid furor over ‘No Kings Day' ad
Some supporters of President Donald Trump are calling for a Walmart boycott after an heiress to the nation's largest retailer took out an ad in The New York Times to promote a protest of the president's policies. The full-page display, which appeared in the paper's June 8 edition and was paid for by Christy Walton, advertises 'No Kings Day' gatherings across the country on June 14. The mobilizing events coincide with Trump's military parade in Washington, D.C. While the ad doesn't mention Trump by name, many of his followers interpreted it as a criticism of his actions and policies. 'WE uphold and defend the constitution'; 'WE care for veterans and children'; 'WE are the world leader trusted to uphold the stability of rule of law.' It also came as protests in Los Angeles against the administration's immigration policies ramped up, with Trump deploying Marines and National Guard troops to California. By Tuesday, some influential Trump allies posted about the ad on social media. Kari Lake, the senior adviser to the U.S. Agency for Global Media, the government body overseeing the Voice of America news service, reposted the ad on X and wrote: 'Do you shop at Walmart?' Conservative commenters on X also started calling for boycotts of Walmart and cited its association with Walton, the widow of John T. Walton and daughter-in-law of the retailer's founder, Sam Walton. 'It may be time to #BoycottWalmart,' one user wrote. '#ChristyWalton, heiress of @Walmart has lost her mind in thinking she can fund revolutions against the American people/consumers.' Among the lawmakers joining the fray was Rep. Anna Paulina Luna (R-Florida), who connected the ad directly to Walmart as she posted on X: 'Looks like the Walmart dynasty is big mad about China Tariffs.' In a statement to The Washington Post, a Walmart spokesman sought to distance the company from the ad. 'The advertisements from Christy Walton are in no way connected to or endorsed by Walmart,' he said. 'She does not serve on the board or play any role in decision-making at Walmart.' 'A left-wing billionaire feels like burning some of her inheritance for a PR stunt,' said White House Spokesman Kush Desai in a statement. 'It's not going to change the fact that over 77 million Americans voted for mass deportations, border security, and America First trade policies — a mandate that the Trump administration is committed to using every lever of executive power to deliver on.' While it's unclear whether a grassroots boycott from Trump supporters is underway, Walmart has already been in Trump's crosshairs in recent weeks. After the Bentonville, Arkansas-based retailer announced in its first quarter earnings call that prices could go up within weeks because of tariffs, Trump admonished the company, posting on Truth Social that Walmart should 'EAT THE TARIFFS' and 'not charge valued customers ANYTHING.' Big box retailers have frequently been dragged into the culture wars. Earlier this year, grassroots efforts materialized across the country to boycott retailers that retreated from their diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. Target was one of the biggest chains singled out and last month reported lower-than-expected earnings in its first quarter, thanks, in part, to customers' pullback.
Time of India
21-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Walmart Boycott: America's largest retailer to protestors, 'We remain ...'
The Walmart Boycott is back. The world's largest retailer faces renewed calls for a nationwide boycott led by The People's Union USA , the same group behind the weeklong protest in April. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The organizers are urging consumers to shun Walmart and its subsidiaries, including Sam's Club, Walmart Pharmacy, and Walmart+, citing ongoing concerns over the company's labor practices and community impact. The organisers of the nationwide protests are same. Walmart Boycott dates Walmart Boycott starts on May 20 and ends on May 26. What and Why of Walmart Boycott The People's Union USA group encouraged consumers to boycott Walmart because it believes the retailer has contributed to economic corruption. They are protesting against companies that have rolled back their Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) efforts after President Donald Trump's efforts to eliminate federal DEI programs since taking office. According to the group's website, it aims to 'expose corruption and exploitation' and 'hold corporations accountable' for unethical business practices that have kept Americans 'divided, distracted, and struggling for decades.' 'We're using the one tool that always makes them listen, money,' said The People's Union USA on its website. 'Economic resistance is our frontline weapon. And behind that, we've got something they'll never understand: resilience, strength, and the will to endure. They raise prices, we stop spending. They ignore our voices, we cut their profits. They divide, we unite.' 'What we can do is hold these companies accountable for not paying their fair share of taxes, for price gouging and for inequality,' said John Schwarz, the group's founder. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Walmart on Walmart Boycott In a statement to USA TODAY, Walmart spokesperson said, "As one of the largest corporate taxpayers in the country, not only do we pay our fair share, we are an economic force multiplier strengthening communities nationwide through job creation, supplier growth, and over $1.7 billion in cash and in-kind donations last year,'' it read. " We remain dedicated to earning the business of all Americans and giving our time and resources to causes that uplift and unite communities who rely on us every day." Dates of other planned boycotts The group has been organizing 'economic blackouts' of large corporations since February this year. So far, it has organized specific boycotts aimed at Amazon and General Mills. After the current Walmart boycott concludes, Target and McDonald's are next on its list. * June 3-9: Target * June 24-30: McDonald's * July 4: Independence Day Blackout
