Chris Meloni speaking out against Donald Trump at a protest.

Chris Meloni Calls Trump a 'clear and Present Danger' Amid Protests | AI News Digest

Published: October 20, 2025, 8:25 p.m. Politics Neutral

In a move that has captured international attention, Chris Meloni, famed for his portrayal of Detective Elliot Stabler on 'Law & Order: Special Victims Unit,' has openly criticized former President Donald Trump while lending his support to the No Kings protests occurring nationwide. Meloni's comments followed Trump's decision to commute the prison sentence of George Santos, the former congressman found guilty on multiple fraud charges. In a post on X, Meloni described Trump as a "clear and present danger to America," raising alarms about the normalization of unethical conduct and authoritarian tendencies. His statements have elicited a range of reactions, with some individuals defending Trump’s policies, while others aligned with Meloni's concerns. The protests, which have drawn participation from various celebrities, are intended to express dissent against perceived governmental shortcomings and injustices.

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