Robert De Niro and Mark Ruffalo spoke at the Hands Off Our Vote rally in New York City on Sunday, October 4, 2026, calling for voter participation ahead of the U.S. midterm elections.
Reuters reported that both actors urged Americans to protect voting rights and sharply criticized President Donald Trump. Their appearances formed part of an event that Variety described as an effort to mobilize voters. Variety also identified Mo Amer as another speaker.
Ruffalo used his remarks to criticize Trump’s policies and encourage the audience to stay engaged. According to Variety’s account, he urged people not to let fear or intimidation keep them from voting.
The speech also included a brief nod to Ruffalo’s role as the Hulk. After someone in the crowd referred to the Marvel character, Ruffalo responded with a joke that connected his screen persona to the political setting.
“I’m gonna Hulk out. You won’t like me when I’m angry,” he said, according to Variety.
The exchange was one moment in a speech focused on the coming election. Ruffalo ended by encouraging the crowd to stand together, be brave and vote, Variety reported.
The midterm elections are scheduled for November 3, according to the outlet. Sunday’s rally put De Niro and Ruffalo among the speakers calling for participation as that date approaches.