By Trendsetter Tribune 
On Saturday, March 28, 2026, Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison delivered a blistering response to recent personal attacks from President Trump, labeling the President a “corrupt, wicked individual” who is “scared of the rule of law.”
Ellison’s remarks coincided with the massive “No Kings” flagship protest in St. Paul, where an estimated 200,000 people gathered to oppose the administration’s immigration policies, the ongoing war in Iran, and the upcoming Supreme Court battle over birthright citizenship.
The War of Words: Ellison vs. Trump
The escalation follows weeks of tension between the White House and Minnesota officials over Operation Metro Surge, a federal immigration crackdown that has seen violent clashes in the Twin Cities.
- The Insult: Earlier this week, during a business summit, President Trump reportedly attacked Ellison by name, calling him a “hack” and a “fraud” for his role in challenging federal ICE operations and his past Senate testimony regarding welfare fraud.
- The Retort: Speaking near the St. Paul rally, Ellison did not mince words: “We are seeing a man who thinks the Constitution is a suggestion and the law is a weapon. He calls me corrupt because I’m standing in the way of his overreach. It is he who is the corrupt, wicked individual, and the millions of people in the streets today are the proof.”
- First Amendment Defense: Ellison has consistently framed the local resistance to federal agents as a protected exercise of First Amendment rights, a stance that has led to fiery confrontations with Senate Republicans in Washington.
The “No Kings 3” Flagship Rally in St. Paul
While thousands of protests occurred globally, St. Paul, Minnesota, was designated the national flagship site due to the state’s status as the “epicenter of resistance.”
- Springsteen Headliner: The highlight of the event was a performance by Bruce Springsteen, who debuted a new song, “Streets of Minneapolis,” written in memory of Renee Good and Alex Pretti, two local residents fatally shot by federal agents during winter raids.
- The “No Kings” Message: Protesters occupied the State Capitol lawn, waving upside-down flags and signs reading “Put down the crown, clown.” Organizers emphasized that the movement is a rejection of what they call an “unprecedented expansion of executive power.”
- Diverse Coalition: Speakers included Senator Bernie Sanders, actor Jane Fonda, and Joan Baez, who led the crowd in anti-war chants. Organizers noted that 70% of RSVPs came from outside major urban centers, indicating the movement is gaining traction in suburban and rural areas.
Looming Legal Battle: Birthright Citizenship
The protests serve as a massive public show of force just days before the Supreme Court is set to hear Trump v. Barbara on April 1, 2026.
- The Executive Order: Protesters are specifically targeting the President’s order to end birthright citizenship for children of undocumented immigrants.
- ACLU Lawsuit: The ACLU, which filed suit within two hours of the order’s signing, warned that up to 5 million children could be stripped of their rights over the next two decades if the Court sides with the administration.
- Ellison’s Legal Stand: As Attorney General, Ellison has joined a multi-state coalition filing amicus briefs to the Court, arguing that the 14th Amendment’s “soil-and-flag” principle is non-negotiable and cannot be undone by executive fiat.
White House Reaction
The White House has remained dismissive of the demonstrations. In a statement to reporters on Saturday, a spokesperson characterized the nationwide rallies as “Trump Derangement Therapy Sessions” funded by “leftist extremist networks” and insisted that the President’s focus remains on “finishing the job in Iran” and “securing the American border once and for all.”