Walmart Heiress Christy Walton Funds Nonpartisan Ad, Prompting Anti-Trump Speculation: Report
Billionaire Christy Walton, heir to the Walmart fortune, is making headlines with a full-page ad urging Americans to engage in the political process.
Published in The New York Times and regional newspapers, the ad carries a strong message about global alliances, commitments and civic participation—raising questions for many conservatives who view it as an indirect critique of President Donald Trump’s policies.
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The ad features an image of the Statue of Liberty with the bold heading “USA, USA, USA” near the torch. It then highlights several values, including standing by allies, defending the Constitution and opposing dictatorships.
The ad concludes with a call to action: “The honor, dignity, and integrity of our country is not for sale. Show up, attend your town halls, be civil.” The disclaimer notes that the views expressed are Walton’s alone and provides an email address for feedback.
A source close to Walton told Bloomberg that the ad was intended to be a nonpartisan message encouraging civic engagement. However, the wording and its emphasis on global cooperation have led many to connect it with critiques of Trump’s “America First” agenda, particularly regarding trade and international relations.
Under Trump, the U.S. pursued policies focused on fair trade, strengthening border and pushing for favorable agreements with allies and adversaries alike.
Trump’s approach to international trade, including a 25 percent tariff on imports from Canada and Mexico, which is set to take effect on April 2, is central to the debate. Although Trump has recently hinted at reducing the tariffs, saying, “We may take less than what they’re charging because they’ve charged us so much, I don’t think they could take it,” he has remained committed to the idea that the tariffs will generate enough revenue to lower taxes and create jobs for American workers, according to the Daily Mail.
Many conservatives see these actions as essential to protecting U.S. industries and leveling the playing field on the global stage.
In contrast, Walton’s ad emphasizes international cooperation, which some view as a subtle jab at Trump’s withdrawal from global agreements. One of Trump’s early moves in office was pulling the U.S. out of the Paris climate accord, a decision praised by many conservatives who believed the agreement was detrimental to American energy and job interests.
Trump’s tough stance against global commitments, including a recent tense meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, further solidified his “America First” ideology.
Meanwhile, Walton’s ad encourages Americans to become more involved in the political process, promoting civility and participation at town halls. This message, though not directly attacking Trump, appears to emphasize values aligned with global cooperation rather than the protectionist stance Trump champions.
Walton’s financial contributions to political causes further suggest her opposition to Trump’s agenda. She has donated heavily to left-wing groups, including $50,000 to the Lincoln Project, a political action committee focused on defeating Trumpism and $150,000 to groups supporting Senate Democrats, according to the Daily Mail.
Walton’s political leanings are also evident from her past co-hosting of a fundraiser for former Vice President Kamala Harris, with ticket prices ranging from $1,250 to $100,000. She also signed a letter calling for former President Joe Biden to drop out of the race.
Walton, with an estimated net worth of $17.8 billion, inherited her fortune after the death of her husband, John Walton, in 2005. The Walmart fortune positions her as a significant political donor and her actions continue to stir debate about the influence of wealthy individuals on national politics.
Though Walton’s ad does not explicitly mention Trump, conservatives speculate that its message of global cooperation and calls for civic engagement subtly challenge the principles of Trump’s “America First” agenda.
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Maybe the American people should boycott Walmart who gets most of there crap from China Palestine and other foreign countries. Ms Walton should keep her mouth shut shes among the people price gouging the Americans. 11.00+ for eggs really Ms Walton.
Just another Globalist sending out there activist to cause chaos. Left leaning corporations that they think america cares what they sprew , I don’t do business with with corporations that hate me and america