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Texas anti-ICE protest verdict tests anti-terror laws and protest rights
crime28 days ago

Texas anti-ICE protest verdict tests anti-terror laws and protest rights

Nine Texas anti-ICE protesters were convicted on most charges in a case prosecutors framed as an antifa terror cell, testing the reach of anti-terrorism statutes and First Amendment rights; several defendants were acquitted on attempted murder and firearms counts, while Song was acquitted on two attempted murder counts but convicted on one and on firearms charges; the defense argued peaceful protest and self-defense, while prosecutors portrayed a coordinated ambush at a Prairieland detention center, a case that sparked debate over labeling protesters as terrorists and the scope of anti-terror laws.

via The Guardian|
#antifa#crime#first-amendment
Black Bloc Tactics Bring Terrorism Charges in Dallas-Area Protest Case
law29 days ago

Black Bloc Tactics Bring Terrorism Charges in Dallas-Area Protest Case

Prosecutors in Fort Worth allege eight defendants tied to a Dallas-area anti-ICE protest provided material support for terrorism by wearing black bloc attire and related materials, arguing the clothing and pamphlets show readiness to back violence; defense contends the charges overreach and risk criminalizing protest, noting the case centers on the shooter and challenging the relevance of pamphlets, a printing press, and other materials amid First Amendment protections.

via The Intercept|
#antifa#black-bloc#first-amendment
crime3 months ago

Toronto Men Arrested in Major ISIS-Linked Hate and Terrorism Plot

Law enforcement in Toronto and Peel arrested three individuals and laid 79 charges related to hate-motivated crimes, including kidnapping and conspiracy, with links to terrorism, following violent incidents targeting women and the Jewish community. The investigation involved multiple agencies and resulted in the seizure of firearms and other evidence, emphasizing a coordinated effort to protect public safety.

via Toronto Police Service|
#arrests#crime#hate-motivated-crimes
DOJ Indicts Two for Antifa-Linked Attack on Texas ICE Facility
world5 months ago

DOJ Indicts Two for Antifa-Linked Attack on Texas ICE Facility

Federal prosecutors have charged two North Texas men with terrorism-related offenses for their alleged role in a violent July 4 attack on an ICE detention center, claiming they were part of an 'Antifa cell' that planned to target law enforcement with guns and explosives. The incident involved masked, armed individuals vandalizing the facility and shooting at police, resulting in injuries. The DOJ describes Antifa as a decentralized, militant movement with anarchist and Marxist ideologies, though defense attorneys argue that anti-government beliefs are not criminal. The case marks a significant legal action against alleged Antifa-related violence.

via CBS News|
#antifa#gun-violence#july-4-incident
Luigi Mangione's Terrorism Charges Dropped in NY Trial
law6 months ago

Luigi Mangione's Terrorism Charges Dropped in NY Trial

A New York judge dismissed terrorism-related charges against Luigi Mangione, including first-degree murder, but he still faces trial for second-degree murder of Brian Thompson and federal charges, with a December court date scheduled. The judge clarified that Mangione's actions do not qualify as terrorism under law, and prosecutors will continue with remaining charges.

via DW|
#federal-court#law#luigi-mangione
legal6 months ago

Luigi Mangione's Terrorism Charges Dropped in NYC Court

Luigi Mangione's terrorism charges were dismissed in a New York court due to insufficient evidence, but his second-degree murder charges related to the 2024 killing of UHC CEO Brian Thompson are still active. The judge ruled that the prosecution's evidence did not establish intent to influence or intimidate a civilian population, and Mangione's legal team argued that some charges and evidence should be dismissed due to legal violations. Pretrial hearings are scheduled for December, and Mangione remains in custody.

via Rolling Stone|
#legal#legal-proceedings#luigi-mangione
Kenyan Activist Boniface Mwangi Faces Terror and Ammo Charges Amid Crackdown on Dissent
world8 months ago

Kenyan Activist Boniface Mwangi Faces Terror and Ammo Charges Amid Crackdown on Dissent

Kenyan authorities are facing criticism for criminalizing dissent amid protests, with prominent activist Boniface Mwangi charged with terrorism-related offenses, which critics say are used to suppress protests and silence opposition. The government denies wrongdoing, but rights groups condemn the heavy-handed approach and misuse of terrorism laws to target protesters, raising concerns over democracy and human rights in Kenya.

via CNN|
#government-crackdown#human-rights#kenya
Russian Sociologist Receives 5-Year Prison Sentence for Anti-War Views
politics2 years ago

Russian Sociologist Receives 5-Year Prison Sentence for Anti-War Views

Russian sociologist Boris Kagarlitsky, known for his anti-war stance, has been sentenced to five years in prison for "justifying terrorism," a charge he denies. The court of appeals toughened the initial ruling, which had ordered him to pay a fine, following an appeal by prosecutors. Kagarlitsky, a prominent Marxist theorist, has been critical of Moscow's invasion of Ukraine and was detained in connection with a YouTube video about the 2022 Crimea bridge explosion.

via The Moscow Times|
#anti-war-activist#boris-kagarlitsky#politics