Last weekend, Mark Ruffalo, known for his role in “Avengers,” made some bold statements regarding the issues facing the country, suggesting that the real culprits are billionaires and white individuals, not immigrants. This was during a “No Kings” rally in New York City opposing President Donald Trump’s policies.
Ruffalo criticized Trump’s stance on immigration, pointing out that many of the immigrants targeted by the administration are actually good people. He emphasized that the real threats to society come from wealthy Americans. “We can see who really can’t stand our lives and is so desperate for us. It’s not immigrants, it’s a billionaire,” he stated during an interview with the New York Immigration Union.
He attended one of many protests held to coincide with a military parade in Washington, D.C., marking the 250th anniversary of the US military. While at the rally, Ruffalo sported a hat that read, “immigrant,” and made various comments on the importance of immigration to America, criticizing the administration for misplacing its focus.
Reports indicate that Ruffalo’s net worth is substantial, with estimates reaching around $90 million. It’s an interesting contrast, right? A celebrity advocating against wealth inequality while sitting on such a significant fortune.
The protests on Saturday, which included participants from hundreds of cities, were sparked mainly by concerns regarding Trump’s deportation policies. Last week, protests in Los Angeles turned violent, prompting the president to call in the National Guard and Marines.
In his interview, Ruffalo accused the administration of scapegoating immigrants for broader societal issues, saying, “We understand that immigrants are not criminals. Statistics show most crimes are committed by non-immigrants.” He added that immigrants contribute significantly to the economy.
Continuing his criticisms, he noted, “It’s time to reclaim our country from the billionaires.” Ruffalo described extreme wealth as a force that undermines democracy, suggesting the need for collective action to build a more equitable society.
In a notable moment during the rally, he delivered prepared remarks to the crowd, expressing his frustrations against what he described as the “King and his courts,” who trample on freedoms and liberties while profiting from taxpayer money.
