Ruffalo vows to Hulk out over NYC mail-in voting restrictions

On Sunday, actor Mark Ruffalo declared he would “Hulk out” over voting rights during a “Hands Off Our Vote” rally in New York City. The event, held in Manhattan’s Bryant Park, drew hundreds of supporters who gathered to protest what they say are Republican efforts to restrict mail‑in voting ahead of the 2024 midterm elections.

The rally comes amid a flurry of Republican‑led state laws that tighten voting procedures. In the last year, several states have enacted stricter ID requirements, reduced early‑voting days, and limited the use of ballot drop boxes. The Trump administration has also pushed for a federal “America’s Vote Act,” which critics argue would curb voting access for minority communities. The timing is critical, as the midterms could shift control of both houses of Congress and the Senate.

Ruffalo, best known for playing the Hulk, has long been a vocal advocate for social justice. He joined the National Rifle Association’s “Vote to Protect the Right to Vote” campaign in 2020 and has spoken at the Democratic National Convention. At the rally, he warned that Republicans “will try and stop us from taking our country’s voice.” He urged attendees to stay engaged, volunteer for voter‑registration drives, and support candidates who defend voting rights.

The event is part of a broader push that includes new legislation in several states and a federal court case that could shape the 2024 ballot. Organizers said the rally will be followed by a series of town‑halls across the country. If the current wave of restrictions passes, voters will face longer lines and stricter ID checks, potentially suppressing turnout. The outcome of these legal battles and Ruffalo’s high‑profile support could influence public opinion and the political landscape in the months leading to the election.