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Capitol riot protesters sue for $18.4M over police response
politics12 days ago

Capitol riot protesters sue for $18.4M over police response

Several January 6 attendees filed a federal class-action in Florida against the U.S. Capitol Police and DC Police, seeking about $18.405 million in damages for alleged physical injuries and emotional distress caused by police responses (tear gas and other irritants) on the Capitol grounds. Named plaintiffs Patrick Sullivan, Marie Sullivan and Alan Fischer seek to certify a class of all Capitol grounds attendees harmed that day and a jury trial to determine damages. Fischer, who was prosecuted in 2022, was pardoned by Trump. In total, 46 protesters are pursuing similar claims (43 others), with the case highlighting ongoing political divisions five years after the riot.

via CNN|
#capitol#january-6#lawsuits
LA No Kings protest ends in tear gas and mass arrests outside federal building
politics13 days ago

LA No Kings protest ends in tear gas and mass arrests outside federal building

During a “No Kings” demonstration in downtown Los Angeles, police used tear gas and pepper balls to disperse the crowd outside the Metropolitan Detention Center, resulting in more than 70 arrests; a teen was injured in the eye, others sustained skin burns, and journalists were briefly detained as officers moved in. Organizers say millions participated in similar rallies across all 50 states.

via Los Angeles Times|
#arrests#lapd#los-angeles
No Kings Rally in Downtown L.A. Ends in Detentions and Tear Gas Amid Massive Turnout
society13 days ago

No Kings Rally in Downtown L.A. Ends in Detentions and Tear Gas Amid Massive Turnout

Thousands joined the No Kings protest in downtown Los Angeles, but the event ended with police dispersal orders, a LAPD Tactical Alert, and multiple arrests near the Metropolitan Detention Center as tear gas was deployed and clashes emerged after a peaceful march across Southern California drew widespread turnout and organizers touted a record nationwide day of protests.

via ABC7 Los Angeles|
#los-angeles#no-kings#police
Oregon Judge curbs tear gas at Portland ICE site, orders officer identification
law1 month ago

Oregon Judge curbs tear gas at Portland ICE site, orders officer identification

A federal judge in Portland limited DHS crowd-control weapons outside the ICE building, requiring officers to identify themselves and allowing munitions only when there is an imminent threat. The ruling also grants preliminary class certification to nonviolent protesters and journalists, with potential appeals by the Justice Department after hearings detailing use-of-force policy violations.

via Oregon Public Broadcasting - OPB|
#crowd-control#federal-officers#first-amendment
Portland protest tear gas shocks city, fueling ICE backlash
policy2 months ago

Portland protest tear gas shocks city, fueling ICE backlash

During a daytime labor/pro-immigrant march near an ICE facility in Portland, U.S. authorities deployed tear gas, sending crowds including nurses, teachers, and children into a gas-filled cloud; witnesses described multiple canisters and munitions, with volunteers aiding eye rinsing and medical care. The incident sparked anger from residents and local officials, who promised further legislation to curb chemical agents and possible action against ICE, while organizers emphasized the protest remained peaceful and vowed to continue advocating for immigration reform.

via The Verge|
#families#ice#policy
Portland tear-gas clash prompts court bid to curb federal force
politics2 months ago

Portland tear-gas clash prompts court bid to curb federal force

Protesters suing the federal government ask U.S. District Judge Michael Simon to limit federal agents’ use of chemical munitions on peaceful demonstrators around the ICE building in Portland after weekend clashes, including effects on children and the elderly. The ACLU argues a pattern of force, while DHS policy defenses cite warnings and nonviolent scenarios; witnesses allege warnings were not given. A three-day hearing on the case is set for March 2.

via Oregon Public Broadcasting - OPB|
#aclu#ice#politics
Portland mayor calls for ICE departure after tear gas at peaceful protest
politics2 months ago

Portland mayor calls for ICE departure after tear gas at peaceful protest

Portland's mayor demanded ICE leave the city after federal agents deployed tear gas and other munitions at demonstrators outside an ICE facility during a weekend protest described as peaceful, with thousands participating and families present; he announced a planned fee on facilities that use chemical agents and urged accountability from federal authorities, while state leaders condemned ICE involvement.

via CBS News|
#ice#immigration#politics
politics2 months ago

Portland mayor calls for ICE to exit city after tear gas at protest outside ICE facility

Portland Mayor Keith Wilson demanded ICE leave the city after federal agents used tear gas, pepper balls, and rubber bullets on a weekend protest outside an ICE facility that was described as peaceful by organizers; police made no arrests and medics treated attendees. Wilson condemned the action as illegitimate and urged resignations or removal, noting a broader nationwide backlash to the administration’s immigration crackdown, while President Trump asserted federal protection of government property. Portland also signaled it would charge detention facilities that use chemical agents.

via Politico|
#ice#immigration#politics
Minneapolis in the Crossfire: Photojournalists Chronicle a Federal Crackdown and Killing
us-news2 months ago

Minneapolis in the Crossfire: Photojournalists Chronicle a Federal Crackdown and Killing

ProPublica’s visual reporters Cengiz Yar and Peter DiCampo chronicle the days around Alex Pretti’s death at the hands of CBP in Minneapolis, detailing a federal immigration crackdown, contested official claims, and the ensuing protests, tear gas, and memorials, as experienced by residents and journalists on the ground.

via ProPublica|
#alex-pretti#immigration-enforcement#minneapolis
Choosing a Gas Mask for Protests: A Practical Buyer’s Guide
technology2 months ago

Choosing a Gas Mask for Protests: A Practical Buyer’s Guide

A Verge buying guide blends personal experience with reporting to compare gas masks for protests, arguing full-face coverage is preferable to goggles or half-face respirators. It rates options by ease of use, fit, durability, and value, highlighting the Parcil PT-100 (~$120) as best value for most people, the Mira CM-6M (~$199) as a top high-end pick, and the 3M 6800 (~$140) as another solid option. The piece notes that journalists and protesters often buy masks online amid state repression and reflects on tear gas’s use and the politics of protests.

via The Verge|
#buying-guide#gas-mask#portland-2020
Tear Gas and Turmoil as ICE Protesters Enter Minneapolis Hotel Lobby
national2 months ago

Tear Gas and Turmoil as ICE Protesters Enter Minneapolis Hotel Lobby

Protesters outside a Minneapolis hotel escalated into a confrontation after dozens of federal agents arrived, deployed tear gas and entered the lobby; hotel guests watched as officers dispersed the crowd, and two men were detained and released. DHS did not immediately comment, and police said federal forces acted without warning and did not seek police assistance.

via The New York Times|
#federal-agents#immigration#minneapolis