Tanzanian President Samia Hassan Suluhu defended the police’s use of force during election protests in October, claiming protesters intended to overthrow the government. She asserted the government deployed necessary force to quell what she characterized as violent acts, not mere protests. Furthermore, President Hassan criticized international bodies, including the European Union, for condemning the violence, accusing them of colonialist attitudes. The October election was marred by an internet shutdown, opposition candidate disqualifications, and a brutal crackdown on protesters, with numerous fatalities reported and condemned by international observers.
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In Columbus, Ohio, police officer Connor Grubb was acquitted on all counts, including murder, in the shooting death of Ta’Kiya Young, a pregnant Black woman accused of shoplifting. Despite bodycam footage showing Young’s car slowly moving toward Grubb, who then fired a fatal shot, the jury found him not guilty. The victim’s family expressed outrage, and their attorney vowed to continue a civil lawsuit, citing concerns about a dual system of justice. Grubb’s defense attorney stated that Grubb and his family were relieved, yet acknowledged the emotional burden of taking a life on duty.
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Border patrol agent who shot Chicago woman boasted about it in text messages. This is the core of a disturbing case that has ignited outrage and raised serious questions about the actions and attitudes within law enforcement. The details that have emerged paint a grim picture, with the agent, Charles Exum, allegedly shooting a Chicago woman, Marimar Martinez, multiple times and then seemingly reveling in the act. The information suggests a callous disregard for human life and a disturbing propensity for violence.
The central issue here is the reported text messages. After shooting Martinez five times, Exum allegedly sent boastful messages to other officers, demonstrating a lack of remorse and, quite frankly, a disturbing level of pride in his actions.… Continue reading
In Los Angeles, ICE officers shot a U.S. citizen, 25-year-old Carlos Jimenez, while he was in his car. According to reports, Jimenez approached the officers to ask them to wrap up their stop because children were due at the bus stop nearby and was shot in the back. ICE claims Jimenez attempted to run the officers over, while Jimenez’s lawyers allege the shooting was unprovoked and a use of deadly force as a last resort. This incident adds to a pattern of ICE officers shooting into cars in multiple cities, suggesting the agency may pose a greater danger to civilians than the other way around.
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Former Illinois sheriff’s deputy Sean Grayson was convicted of second-degree murder in the 2024 shooting death of Sonya Massey, a Black woman who had called 911 for help. The jury considered the lesser charge after being instructed on its inclusion. While prosecutors sought a first-degree murder conviction, Massey’s family’s attorneys acknowledged the verdict as a measure of justice. Grayson faces up to 20 years in prison for the crime.
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Although the initial portion of Cruz’s statement echoed familiar Republican rhetoric, the latter part offered a more nuanced perspective. Cruz highlighted the considerable mobilization and anger on the left, emphasizing that such factors significantly influence election outcomes. He cautioned that complacency among Republican voters, coupled with increased fundraising and enthusiasm within the Democratic party, could lead to unfavorable results in the upcoming midterms. Despite potentially misrepresenting the Democrats, Cruz’s remarks indicate the GOP is taking notice of the large-scale “No Kings” rallies and the overall political energy.
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During a protest at a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement building in South Portland, 84-year-old Richard Eckman, a Vietnam War veteran, and his wife Laurie Eckman, also 84, were reportedly charged and knocked to the ground by federal agents. The Eckmans, who were peacefully protesting, stated that the agents rushed at them without any apparent provocation. According to Laurie Eckman, she was also hit by a projectile, resulting in a concussion. Several witnesses and the Eckmans themselves expressed shock at the agents’ behavior, emphasizing that the protesters were peaceful and not affiliated with any groups known for violence.
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A woman was shot by U.S. Border Patrol agents on Chicago’s South Side after agents were reportedly “boxed in” and “rammed by 10 cars.” According to a Department of Homeland Security spokesperson, the agents fired “defensive shots” when they discovered the woman was armed. The woman drove herself to the hospital. A crowd gathered at the scene to protest the shooting, and federal agents deployed pepper balls and tear gas. This incident is the second shooting since the implementation of a new immigration enforcement operation, and follows a previous fatal shooting involving federal agents.
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Eleven years after the fatal shooting of Michael Brown, Dorian Johnson, who was with Brown during the incident, has been shot and killed. The shooting occurred near the location of Brown’s death. Johnson’s account of the events, which contributed to the “hands up, don’t shoot” protest chant, has been the subject of scrutiny. Authorities are investigating the shooting as a possible domestic incident involving self-defense, and no charges have been filed.
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Reports indicate a tragic event unfolded in Baneshwar where police opened fire on a Gen Z protest. The demonstrations, focused on concerns over social media limitations and governmental corruption, were met with aggressive force. Tragically, the police response resulted in 14 fatalities. Authorities employed live ammunition, tear gas, and water cannons to disperse the protesters.
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Report: ICE Shoots US Citizen in Confrontation
In Los Angeles, ICE officers shot a U.S. citizen, 25-year-old Carlos Jimenez, while he was in his car. According to reports, Jimenez approached the officers to ask them to wrap up their stop because children were due at the bus stop nearby and was shot in the back. ICE claims Jimenez attempted to run the officers over, while Jimenez’s lawyers allege the shooting was unprovoked and a use of deadly force as a last resort. This incident adds to a pattern of ICE officers shooting into cars in multiple cities, suggesting the agency may pose a greater danger to civilians than the other way around.
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