L.G.B.T.Q. police officers will not be allowed to participate as a group in the annual march, and organizers said they will rely on private security for their events. Source: New York Times
Posts published in “Demonstrations, Protests and Riots”
Bob Fass, Pioneer of Underground Radio, Dies at 87
By Gotham Rex on April 25, 2021
His provocative “Radio Unnameable,” long a staple of the New York station WBAI, offered a home on the FM dial to everyone from Abbie Hoffman to Tiny Tim. Source: New York Times
N.Y.P.D. to Limit Use of ‘Sound Cannon’ on Crowds
By Gotham Rex on April 19, 2021
The Police Department has agreed to stop using an “alert” noise on the devices after demonstrators and photographers sued, saying it caused migraines and dizziness. Source: New York Times
Protesters Rally Against Anti-Asian Attacks, and New York Has 5 More
By Gotham Rex on March 22, 2021
The authorities said they were investigating at least four of the attacks as possible hate crimes, including one that left a man in critical condition. Source: New York Times
Retired N.Y.P.D. Officer Charged in Capitol Riot
By Gotham Rex on February 23, 2021
Thomas Webster turned himself in on charges that he assaulted a Washington police officer with a flagpole during the Jan. 6 attack on Congress. Source: New York Times
Did the Proud Boys Help Coordinate the Capitol Riot? Yes, U.S. Suggests
By Gotham Rex on February 5, 2021
In court papers, prosecutors have painted a picture that indicates planning among members of the extremist group on Jan. 6. Source: New York Times
Capitol Riot Investigation Scrutinizes Role of Proud Boys
By Gotham Rex on January 26, 2021
Officials are trying to determine to what extent far-right groups planned the assault in advance. Source: New York Times
F.B.I. Launches Investigation into Capitol Riot Conspiracy Charges
By Gotham Rex on January 21, 2021
An initial wave of arrests was based on news accounts and social media. Proving a conspiracy could be a lot tougher. Source: New York Times
Queens Man Wanted ‘Execution’ of Schumer and Ocasio-Cortez, U.S. Says
By Gotham Rex on January 20, 2021
Brendan Hunt, a fervent supporter of President Trump, is also accused of urging the killing of members of Congress before Inauguration Day. Source: New York Times
New York Police Arrest Dozens as M.L.K. Day Marchers Gather Near City Hall
By Gotham Rex on January 19, 2021
The confrontation came days after the state’s attorney general sued the New York Police Department for its handling of protests following the death of George Floyd. Source: New York Times
New Yorkers at the U.S. Capitol Riot Face Charges
By Gotham Rex on January 14, 2021
Several people from President Trump’s home state were seen in or around last week’s melee. Some now face federal charges. Source: New York Times
These New Yorkers Are Accused of Taking Part in the US Capitol Riot
By Gotham Rex on January 13, 2021
Several people from President Trump’s home state were seen in or around last week’s melee. Two now face federal charges. Source: New York Times
In New York, Fallout From the Capitol Riot
By Gotham Rex on January 13, 2021
The son of a Brooklyn judge was arrested over his role in the riot, and Mayor Bill de Blasio said the city would review its ties with the Trump Organization. Source: New York Times
GOP Candidate Leticia Remauro Under Fire for Saying ‘Heil Hitler’ at Virus Protest
By Gotham Rex on January 12, 2021
Leticia Remauro, who is running for Staten Island borough president, has apologized for making a “bad analogy.” Source: New York Times
Son of Brooklyn Judge Is Arrested Over Role in Riot at Capitol
By Gotham Rex on January 12, 2021
Aaron Mostofsky, who was taken into custody in Brooklyn on Tuesday, faces four federal charges, including disorderly conduct. Source: New York Times