U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is broadening its arrest practices, targeting individuals connected to those they already consider criminals. This expansion comes amid protests against immigration raids in the Los Angeles area, with the government also focusing on people aiding protesters or identifying ICE agents. These actions follow a federal judge’s order to halt indiscriminate ICE raids, specifically criticizing the use of appearance or occupation as a basis for arrest. Now, those accused of assisting anti-ICE activities are facing prosecution or investigation, as seen in the indictment of a man who distributed face shields to protesters. This broadening of what is considered criminal activity also includes the investigation of individuals providing information about ICE agents.
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A cruise ship carrying approximately 1,600 Israeli tourists was denied entry to the Greek island of Syros due to a dockside protest concerning the ongoing war in Gaza. Demonstrators, numbering over 300, displayed banners and Palestinian flags, objecting to Israel’s actions and Greece’s growing relationship with Israel. The Israeli shipping firm confirmed passengers were unable to disembark, leading to the ship’s rerouting to Cyprus. The incident prompted diplomatic contact between Israeli and Greek officials, showcasing rising discontent in Greece over the situation in Gaza.
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On Saturday, July 18th, the Harlan Police Department responded to a call reporting a gun being brandished at protesters. Marcus Slusher, 18, allegedly pointed a rifle at members of KY Resists from his truck after the group’s demonstration. According to protesters, Slusher followed them into a parking lot, displaying the weapon and yelling before police arrived. Slusher was subsequently arrested and charged with terroristic threatening and menacing.
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Following a ban, over 100 arrests have been made across the UK at events related to Palestine Action. Demonstrations took place in multiple cities, including London, Manchester, and Bristol, with arrests primarily made under the Terrorism Act 2000. Police confiscated signs and made arrests for supporting the group, while Defend Our Juries criticized the government’s actions. A high court hearing is scheduled to challenge the ban, which has been widely condemned by UN experts and civil liberties groups, while the home secretary announced the ban following Palestine Action activists breaking into RAF Brize Norton.
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The FBI is offering a $50,000 reward for information regarding an individual who allegedly fired a pistol at federal immigration agents during a protest near Los Angeles. U.S. officials reported the incident occurred during protests near a marijuana farm in Camarillo, California, where ten undocumented juveniles were found and are now under investigation for child labor violations. Following the incident, California Governor Gavin Newsom condemned any assault on law enforcement while other local officials have criticized the federal immigration operations. The Justice Department recently filed a lawsuit against Los Angeles over its sanctuary city policies, adding further tension to the situation.
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Following the ban of Palestine Action, 29 protesters were arrested in Parliament Square on suspicion of terror offenses under the Terrorism Act 2000. The ban, which came into effect after a legal challenge failed, makes supporting the group a criminal offense, punishable by up to 14 years in prison, and even wearing related merchandise could result in a six-month sentence. The proscription of the group, which was approved by MPs and the House of Lords, occurred after the Home Secretary made the announcement. The protest was met with police action and cries of opposition from demonstrators.
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Despite a government ban and warnings of legal consequences, a record number of people, potentially over 180,000, marched in Budapest Pride, defying Prime Minister Viktor Orbán’s policies targeting the LGBTQ+ community. The demonstration, marking the 30th anniversary of Budapest Pride, was organized by the city’s mayor as a municipal event after the government banned it. Participants, including families and international campaigners, viewed the march as a symbol of broader discontent with the government’s actions and a stand for democratic rights. Concerns regarding the use of facial recognition software by the government to identify attendees added to the tension surrounding the event.
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Despite a government ban and police orders, approximately 100,000 individuals participated in Budapest Pride, marking the largest LGBTQ+ event in Hungary’s history. The march, a direct response to Prime Minister Viktor Orbán’s policies, was outlawed by a law passed in March that targeted events promoting homosexuality to minors. Facing potential fines and police surveillance, participants marched through the city center, with the event serving as a protest against the crackdown on democratic processes and a defense of LGBTQ+ rights.
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Protests erupted outside Palantir offices in Palo Alto and New York City on Thursday, organized by groups like Planet Over Profit, with demonstrators condemning the company’s work with ICE and the Israeli military. Protesters in Palo Alto blocked streets and targeted a nearby developer conference, while in New York, several arrests were made during a confrontation with police. The demonstrations aimed to disrupt Palantir’s operations, highlighting concerns over its role in surveillance and mass deportations, as the company has seen its stock soar since the 2024 election. The company declined to comment on the events, but protestors aimed to hurt Palantir’s brand image.
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A viral video captured Capitol Police arresting and zip-tying the wrists of wheelchair-bound protesters demonstrating against cuts to Medicaid proposed in Donald Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill,” currently before the Senate. The peaceful protesters, organized by Popular Democracy, were chanting against the cuts, with some briefly displaying a banner. Capitol Police confirmed 33 arrests inside the congressional building, where protesting is illegal. The proposed legislation, which has already passed the House, faces significant opposition due to its Medicaid cuts, including new stipulations for beneficiaries.
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