Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) on Sunday said the “No Kings” protests against President Trump this weekend were a “stunt” created by Democrats because they needed “cover” amid the ongoing government shutdown.

In an interview on ABC News’s “This Week,” Johnson suggested there was no need for Trump’s critics to join No Kings demonstrations this weekend, saying the very fact that the protests took place is proof that they were not necessary.

“The irony of the message is pretty clear for everyone. If President Trump was a king, the government would be open right now. If President........

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