NYU Student Group advocates for Marxist Change at ‘No Kings‘ Rally to Challenge Capitalism
NEW YORK CITY - A student-run group identifying as “NYU Communists,” a chapter of the Revolutionary Communists of America, participated in the nationwide “No Kings” rally Saturday, advocating for the dismantling of capitalism and highlighting anti-billionaire sentiment.The group, while active on campus, is not officially affiliated with New York University, according to a university spokesperson.
The “No Kings” demonstration, held in New York City and other locations across the country on October 18, 2025, drew thousands of largely peaceful protesters. ”NYU Communists” members distributed copies of “The Communist,” a publication of the Revolutionary Communists of America, featuring the headline ”The Billionaires are the Enemy.” The newspaper, printed in multicolor and including a barcode for membership sign-ups, solicits a $5 “solidarity” donation.
Articles within the 15-page publication included pieces titled “Reserve your Spot at a Marxist School Near You,” “Israel’s War on the Truth,” and “Record 70% Now Believe the ‘American Dream’ was a Lie.”
NYU spokesperson John Beckman confirmed the university’s lack of affiliation with the student group. “There is no registered or university-recognized group called ’NYU Communists,’ and we’re unfamiliar with them,” Beckman told Fox News Digital.
The “No Kings” rally received funding from multiple sources, including Democratic donor george Soros and other nonprofits. Former President Donald Trump stated Sunday his management would investigate the funding sources behind the nationwide protests,commenting,”I guess [the No Kings protest] was paid for by Soros and other radical left lunatics… We’re checking it out.”
The Revolutionary Communists of America and “NYU Communists” were contacted for comment but have not yet responded.