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crime1 month ago•2 min saved

Mass. Woman Charged for Filming Lindsay Clancy Trial Jurors

A 56-year-old Massachusetts woman, Dawn Light of Sutton, was arraigned on one count of intimidation of a witness, juror, or person furnishing information after allegedly recording video of jurors exiting the Lindsay Clancy murder trial outside the Plymouth courthouse. Prosecutors say she waited near a restricted area hoping to see Clancy; police reviewed her phone and found a video of jurors among recently deleted content. Light pleaded not guilty and was released on personal recognizance as the judge warned about media conduct; the trial continued with jurors deliberating.

via WCVB|

#crime #intimidation #jury

politics2 months ago•19 min saved

Pressure and threats steer Smith on Israel aid vote

Rep. Adam Smith, the top Democrat on the House Armed Services Committee, says he voted to strip $3.3 billion in Israel aid after a violent and relentless intimidation campaign by far-left activists, including vandalism at his home, a driveway fire, disrupted town halls and an assaulted staffer; he argues the vote was aimed at pressuring the Netanyahu government to change its actions, though he still supports Israel and urges civil discourse over intimidation.

via Jewish Insider|

#adam-smith #congressional-vote #far-left

education5 months ago•0 min saved

Cornell releases full video of students surrounding President Kotlikoff at Day Hall

Cornell has released complete security camera footage showing students following President Kotlikoff to his car and surrounding it after a Cornell Political Union event, updating its statement to reflect the full parking-lot interactions.

via Cornell University|

#campus-safety #cornell-university #day-hall

politics8 months ago•7 min saved

Trump accused of using authoritarian playbook to muzzle critics

Sen. Elissa Slotkin says President Trump is deploying an authoritarian playbook to chill dissent, citing his reaction to a Democrats’ video and investigations of colleagues, while the piece also covers housing-policy ideas and broader debates about democracy and national security.

via The Guardian|

#authoritarianism #democracy #intimidation

politics9 months ago•2 min saved

Fani Willis Defends Trump Prosecution Amid Georgia Senate Hearing

Fani Willis, Fulton County DA, testified before a Georgia Senate committee, accusing members of trying to intimidate her for years amid her prosecution of Trump and others, and discussed threats and challenges she faced, including a disqualification from her case due to conflicts of interest.

via The Daily Signal|

#fani-willis #georgia-senate-committee #intimidation

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

"Adviser Suggests Coordinated Election Abuse of Candidates"

The government's adviser on political violence, Lord Walney, has urged the Home Office to investigate potential coordinated intimidation of candidates during the general election, suggesting a "concerted campaign by extremists." He calls for a focused inquiry to address the scale and drivers of this abuse, which he believes threatens democracy. The Home Office is taking these reports seriously and is in contact with affected individuals.

via BBC.com|

#election #intimidation #investigation

business2 years ago•2 min saved

Temu Files Lawsuit Against Shein for 'Mafia-Style Intimidation'

Fast-fashion retailer Temu has filed a lawsuit against rival Shein, accusing the company of using "mafia-style intimidation" tactics to maintain its competitive advantage. Temu alleges that Shein has leveraged its dominance in the ultra-fast fashion market to restrict Temu's access to suppliers through exclusive dealing agreements and anticompetitive pricing requirements. Shein, which recently filed for an IPO in the US, denies the allegations and plans to vigorously defend itself. Both companies have faced scrutiny from US lawmakers over potential violations of Uyghur forced labor laws.

via Fox Business|

#business #fast-fashion #intimidation

business2 years ago•3 min saved

Temu Takes Legal Action Against Shein, Citing "Mafia-Style" Intimidation

Online retailer Temu has filed a lawsuit against rival Shein, accusing the fast fashion giant of engaging in "mafia-style intimidation" tactics, including bullying, intimidation, and detaining suppliers in China. Temu alleges that Shein has illegally interfered with its business, confiscated merchants' cellphones to access confidential information, and threatened suppliers with penalties. Shein has dismissed the lawsuit as without merit and plans to defend itself. The legal battle comes after both companies recently applied to end their legal disputes against each other. Temu claims that Shein has misused intellectual property legislation and unlawfully copied its intellectual property. Temu is preparing for a major advertising campaign and accuses Shein of resorting to desperate and coercive measures to eliminate the competitive threat.

via The Guardian|

#business #fast-fashion #intimidation

business2 years ago•1 min saved

Temu Files Lawsuit Against Shein, Alleging "Mafia-Style" Intimidation

Online shopping giant Temu is suing its competitor Shein, alleging "Mafia-style" intimidation tactics on merchants. Temu claims that Shein has been using aggressive strategies to interfere with its business, including intimidating merchants, issuing illegitimate copyright takedowns, and falsely imprisoning merchants doing business with Temu. This is not the first legal clash between the two companies, as they have previously sued each other. The lawsuit sheds light on Temu's business dealings, revealing that it receives a significant number of copyright takedown requests from Shein. Shein, which is preparing to go public in the US, has faced controversies regarding labor practices and selling copies of items by small businesses.

via The Verge|

#business #intimidation #lawsuit

law-and-politics2 years ago•4 min saved

Georgia Judge Refuses to Jail Trump Co-Defendant for Social Media Posts in Election Fraud Case

A Georgia judge has declined to send Harrison Floyd, a co-defendant of Donald Trump in an election fraud case, to jail over social media posts and comments targeting witnesses. While Floyd made "technical violations" of his bond agreement, the judge ruled that not every violation warrants revocation. Fulton County prosecutors argued that Floyd's actions were an effort to intimidate co-defendants and witnesses, but the judge disagreed. Floyd, who has pleaded not guilty to three state felonies, had previously spent a week in jail before reaching a bond deal. Prosecutors' bid to jail him was seen by his attorneys as retaliation after he rejected a plea deal offer.

via CNN|

#donald-trump #election-fraud #georgia

crime2 years ago•2 min saved

Prosecutors Seek Jail Time for Defendant Accused of Intimidating Election Witnesses in Georgia

Prosecutors in Fulton County, Georgia, have requested that Harrison Floyd, a defendant in the 2020 election subversion case, be jailed due to alleged efforts to intimidate codefendants and witnesses. This is the first time the district attorney has sought to revoke someone's bond in the case. Prosecutors cited Floyd's social media posts targeting Georgia election officials and his comments on a conservative podcast as evidence of his potential to obstruct justice. Floyd, leader of Black Voices for Trump, pleaded not guilty to state felonies related to an intimidation campaign against Atlanta election workers. Prosecutors claim that Floyd's actions violate the terms of his bond agreement and pose a threat to witnesses.

via CNN|

#bond-revocation #crime #election-subversion

animal-welfare2 years ago•2 min saved

Rescued: Britain's 'Loneliest Sheep' Finds Hope Amidst Intimidation

Police were called to a farm in Scotland after animal rights activists were accused of intimidating staff over the expected arrival of "Britain's loneliest sheep," Fiona. The activists had been working on rescuing Fiona, who had been stuck at the foot of a cliff for two years, but rival rescuers allegedly went behind their back to winch her up the cliff. The farm intended to rehabilitate Fiona before opening to the public again in the spring, but her whereabouts are being kept secret due to safety concerns. Animal Rising, the activist group, apologized for the situation and expressed concerns about Fiona being kept in a petting zoo. Police attended the scene but reported no issues.

via The Guardian|

#animal-rights-activists #animal-welfare #farm

politics3 years ago•6 min saved

Unveiling the Controversial Legacy of Conservative Firebrand Jim Jordan

House Republicans are showing signs of pushback against the dominance of the MAGA movement within the GOP, with some members speaking out against threats and intimidation tactics. However, the bigger story is the seven-year-long effectiveness of intimidation, which has led to the abandonment of principles by so-called "moderate" Republicans. The Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol made the threat of physical assault more explicit, but coercion has been prevalent since the rise of Trump and MAGA. The article highlights the moral cowardice of Republican moderates who have allowed themselves to be bullied into submission, with only a few exceptions. The recent rebellion against Jim Jordan may be a turning point, but it remains to be seen if it is an aberration or a sign of MAGA's waning influence.

via Press Watch|

#gop #intimidation #maga

politics3 years ago•3 min saved

"Ugly Battle Erupts Over Jim Jordan's Bid for US House Speaker"

Republican lawmakers have reported receiving death threats and facing intimidation tactics from supporters of Jim Jordan as his bid for the US House Speaker position faces opposition. Jordan, a right-wing Republican from Ohio, has disavowed the threats. The infighting within the Republican Party comes after Jordan failed to secure enough support for the speakership for the second time. The leadership battle has left the Republican-controlled House unable to pass bills or approve emergency aid requests, leading to discussions about empowering acting Speaker Patrick McHenry temporarily.

via BBC.com|

#intimidation #jim-jordan #leadership-battle

society3 years ago•3 min saved

Harvard Students' Anti-Israel Statement Sparks Controversy and Backlash

Mobile billboards featuring the names and photos of Harvard students who endorsed an anti-Israel statement were seen near the campus, following a statement released by the Harvard Palestine Solidarity Groups blaming Israel for the recent violence. Some students and groups have distanced themselves from the statement, while a conservative nonprofit organized the truck and published the names online. Harvard's Hillel and legal scholar Laurence Tribe condemned the intimidation tactics, and at least eight student groups have withdrawn their signatures. The university has increased security measures and provided guidance on cyber harassment.

via CNN|

#anti-israel #backlash #doxxing