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Jacksonville defends immigrant rights activist facing FBI repression

Jacksonville, FL – Chants of “Drop the charges!” echoed outside the federal courthouse Thursday, June 27, as dozens of protesters stood in solidarity with Alejandro Orellana, a Los Angeles immigrant rights organizer facing politically-motivated federal charges. The powerful demonstration coincided with Orellana's first scheduled court hearing since his June 12 arrest by FBI agents targeting his activism against ICE raids.

“Drop the charges on Alejandro. Stop the FBI witch hunt,” declared one speaker at the rally. “We just wanna be out here fighting for the same things that other people are fighting for.”

https://fightbacknews.org/articles/jacksonville-defends-immigrant-rights-activist-facing-fbi-repression

Santa Ana demands end of FBI witch hunt targeting immigrant rights activists

Santa Ana, CA – On June 27, activists and community members waved signs on the corner of Flower Street and Civic Center Drive near the Central Justice Center chanting, “Drop the charges now!” and holding signs reading, “Protesting is not a crime!”

https://fightbacknews.org/articles/santa-ana-demands-end-of-fbi-witch-hunt-targeting-immigrant-rights-activists

"On Thursday, June 26, Verita Topete, an immigrant rights activist with Centro CSO, was ambushed by the FBI while walking her dog at a park. Federal agents aggressively approached her to serve a warrant and force her to give them her phone."

"Topete has been very actively and publicly fighting back against the ICE raids that have terrorized Los Angeles and surrounding cities since the raids began spreading on June 6."

"Topete helped lead protests and marches against deportations and demanding legalization for all. She has led barrio walks to inform people of their rights and has helped individuals defend themselves from being kidnapped by ICE and collaborating agencies."

https://fightbacknews.org/articles/fbi-ambushes-immigrant-rights-activist-verita-topete-in-los-angeles

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FBI ambushes immigrant rights activist Verita Topete in Los Angeles

Los Angeles, CA – On Thursday, June 26, Verita Topete, an immigrant rights activist with Centro CSO, was ambushed by the FBI while walking her dog at a park. Federal agents aggressively approached her to serve a warrant and force her to give them her phone.

https://fightbacknews.org/articles/fbi-ambushes-immigrant-rights-activist-verita-topete-in-los-angeles

Santaneros pack city council meeting after police brutalize protesters with Mayor Amezcua’s support

Santa Ana, CA – On Tuesday, June 17, hundreds of Santaneros packed the first city council meeting since the ICE raids and National Guard presence began. The anger and energy were palpable as residents booed Mayor Valerie Amezcua as she entered the council chambers. They held signs that said, “ICE out of Santa Ana” and “Justice for Noe Rodriguez.”

https://fightbacknews.org/articles/santaneros-pack-city-council-meeting-after-police-brutalize-protesters-with