Tampa condemns FBI repression of immigrant rights activists in LA

Tampa, FL – On a loud and busy intersection in front of Sam Gibbons Federal Courthouse on Friday morning, June 27, members of three groups – Tampa Immigrants Rights Committee, Tampa Alliance Against Racist and Political Repression, and Tampa Bay Students for a Democratic Society – gathered to rally in solidarity with two Los Angeles activists targeted by the FBI for their political beliefs and for standing with their communities. They read statements in in solidarity with Alejandro Orellana and Verita Topete.

https://fightbacknews.org/articles/tampa-condemns-fbi-repression-of-immigrant-rights-activists-in-la

NYC demands “Justice for Eudes Pierre”

New York, NY – Family, friends and community members came together this week for two events to demand justice for Eudes Pierre and celebrate what should have been his 30th birthday.

https://fightbacknews.org/articles/nyc-demands-justice-for-eudes-pierre

Minneapolis protest demands: “Drop the charges against Alejandro Orellana and Isavela Lopez!”

Minneapolis, MN – Immigrant rights protesters gathered at Lake Street and Bloomington Avenue in Minneapolis June 27. This action was part of a National Day of Action called by the Legalization for All Network and the Committee to Stop FBI Repression.

https://fightbacknews.org/articles/minneapolis-protest-demands-drop-the-charges-against-alejandro-orellana-and

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

Drop the charges! New Orleans weekly anti-ICE action rallies in defense of Alejandro Orellana

New Orleans, LA – On June 27 at noon, a crowd rallied against FBI repression in front of the New Orleans Immigration Court. Local activists called the rally in coordination with a National Day of Action for Alejandro Orellana, an immigrant rights activist in East LA. Orellana is facing federal charges for protesting recent ICE raids in Los Angeles.

“El pueblo unido, jamás será vencido!” chanted activist Toni Jones. “An attack on one of us is an attack on all of us. If we don’t stand with Alejandro against these bogus charges then who will stand up for us?”

https://fightbacknews.org/articles/drop-the-charges-new-orleans-weekly-anti-ice-action-rallies-in-defense-of

Santa Ana press conference demands justice for Imanol Gonzalez.

https://fightbacknews.org/articles/santa-ana-press-conference-demands-justice-for-imanol-gonzalez

East LA rally against FBI attacks on Alejandro Orellana and Verita Topete

Los Angeles, CA – On Friday, June 27, community members gathered at Salazar Park at 4 p.m. for a press conference and rally demanding the charges be dropped against Alejandro Orellana and calling for justice for Verita Topete. Both are immigrant rights activists who were raided by the FBI within the last two weeks.

https://fightbacknews.org/articles/east-la-rally-against-fbi-attacks-on-alejandro-orellana-and-verita-topete

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

New Orleans activist Toni Jones appeals wrongful convictions

https://fightbacknews.org/articles/new-orleans-activist-toni-jones-appeals-wrongful-convictions

"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

Legalization for All (L4A) Network: June 27 National Call-In Day to “Drop the Charges against Alejandro Orellana!”

Fight Back New Service is circulating the following statement from the Legalization for All (L4A) Network.

The Legalization for All (L4A) Network is calling on all affiliated immigrant rights organizations and supporters to mobilize an action in support of Alejandro Orellana on June 27th, or participate in a national call-in day against U.S. Attorney Bilal “Bill” Essayli.

https://fightbacknews.org/articles/legalization-for-all-l4a-network-june-27-national-call-in-day-to-drop-the

Activista de derechos inmigrantes Alejandro Orellana liberado de custodia federal

Los Angeles, CA – El viernes, 13 de junio, Alejandro Orellana, un activista de derechos inmigrantes quien fue arrestado por la FBI, fue liberado de custodia federal.

La mañana anterior la FBI, con el apoyo de la guardia nacional y el departamento de sherifes de Los Ángeles, invadieron el hogar de Orellana en el Este de Los Ángeles y arrestaron a Alejandro, un por vida miembro de Centro CSO, con cargos de “conspiración de cometer desorden criminal.”

https://fightbacknews.org/articles/activista-de-derechos-inmigrantes-alejandro-orellana-liberado-de-custodia

Drop the “conspiracy” charges against LA anti-ICE protester Alejandro Orellana!

Fight Back News Service is circulating the following statement from the Committee to Stop FBI Repression.

On the morning of June 12, the FBI, accompanied by the National Guard and LA sheriffs, raided the home of Alejandro Orellana for his protesting of ICE raids in Los Angeles. He was arrested, taken into federal custody, then released the next day – after much public pressure and many phone calls to the U.S. Attorney.

Now he faces two bogus federal charges: one for conspiracy to commit civil disorder and another for aiding and abetting civil disorder. He is facing serious prison time.

https://fightbacknews.org/articles/drop-the-conspiracy-charges-against-la-anti-ice-protester-alejandro-orellana

Judge drops charges against NYC activists arrested at NYPD protest

New York, NY – On Tuesday, June 24, two activists were summoned to the Kings and New York Criminal Court at 1 Centre Street after their arrest at a protest against the NYPD.

Daniel Koh from the New York Alliance Against Racist and Political Repression (NYAARPR) and climate justice activist John Mark Rozendaal were targeted for arrest during an action at the New York City Police Foundation Gala. Every year, the wealthiest New Yorkers use the gala to donate millions to the already bloated police department. This year was NYAARPR’s second annual protest.

https://fightbacknews.org/articles/judge-drops-charges-against-nyc-activists-arrested-at-nypd-protest

National SDS says drop the charges on Alejandro Orellana! Stop the deportations! Sanctuary for all!

Fight Back News Service is circulating the following statement from National Students for a Democratic Society (SDS).

On June 12, 2025, the FBI raided the home of Alejandro “Alex” Orellana in Los Angeles and arrested him on bogus charges. Alex is a leading member of Centro CSO, a Chicano community organization that opposes deportations and defends immigrant rights. He is being charged with “conspiracy to commit civil disorder” because of his participation in protests against ICE in LA. These charges are politically motivated and could carry a sentence of up to 5 years in prison.

https://fightbacknews.org/articles/national-sds-says-drop-the-charges-on-alejandro-orellana-stop-the

Chicago demands JB Pritzker free all survivors of police torture and wrongful conviction

Chicago, IL – 50 people rallied in Washington Square Park on Saturday, June 21, near the two Gold Coast properties of Illinois Governor JB Pritzker. They demand that the governor grant executive clemency to the hundreds of proven survivors of police torture and wrongful conviction who are still incarcerated in Illinois.

The action was organized by the Campaign to Free Incarcerated Survivors of Torture (CFIST), one of the central campaigns of the Chicago Alliance Against Racist and Political Repression (CAARPR).

https://fightbacknews.org/articles/chicago-demands-jb-pritzker-free-all-survivors-of-police-torture-and-wrongful

Chicago city council votes, 27-22, for snap curfew despite youth disapproval, Mayor Johnson to veto

Chicago IL – Youth and community organizers packed the main chambers and the overflow room of City Hall on Wednesday morning, June 18 to speak out against the snap curfew ordinance which would allow the police superintendent to call a curfew with a 30-minute notice before enforcement. Any minors outside after the curfew would be taken into custody and their families forced to pick them up from the police station with the possibility of a $500 fine.

https://fightbacknews.org/articles/chicago-city-council-votes-27-22-for-snap-curfew-despite-youth-disapproval

NYC speakout against brutal NYPD attacks after the National Puerto Rican Day Parade

BROOKLYN, NY — On the evening of June 11, over 100 New Yorkers gathered near the New York Police Department 83rd Precinct in Bushwick for a speakout hosted by Boricua – meaning a native of Puerto Rico or of Puerto Rican descent – and community organizations including Juventud Unida por la Independencia (JUPI) and Adolfina NYC.

https://fightbacknews.org/articles/nyc-speakout-against-brutal-nypd-attacks-after-the-national-puerto-rican-day

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