“Taking children from their families is not normal,” a speaker told the crowd in Queens, where Yuanxin Zheng attended school until being detained. Source: New York Times
Posts published in “Demonstrations, Protests and Riots”
Several Arrested as Protesters Block ICE Agents From a Potential Raid in NYC
By Gotham Rex on November 29, 2025
The confrontation appeared to foil a possible ICE raid nearby, underscoring the numerous challenges the federal government faces in trying to stage raids in a dense city like New York. Source: New York Times
Jewish Leaders Rebuke Mamdani Over Response to Synagogue Protest
By Gotham Rex on November 24, 2025
The mayor-elect chastised a synagogue that hosted an event promoting migration to Israel and settlements in occupied territories. His stance further tested his strained relationship with pro-Israel Jews. Source: New York Times
Arthur Waskow, 92, Influential Rabbi and Activist for Social Justice, Dies
By Gotham Rex on October 25, 2025
Through more than two dozen books and two organizations he helped start, he had a profound impact on the intellectual and political life of Jewish congregations in the United States. Source: New York Times
Alina Habba Told to Release Videos in Assault Case Against Democrat
By Gotham Rex on October 21, 2025
A federal judge overseeing a case against Representative LaMonica McIver of New Jersey ordered prosecutors to release all relevant footage from a migrant detention facility. Source: New York Times
Miss Major Griffin-Gracy, Trans Activist Who Saw It All, Dies
By Gotham Rex on October 19, 2025
She spat in a policeman’s face at the Stonewall Riot, ran a nursing service during the AIDS crisis and boycotted Pride parades when they welcomed corporations. Source: New York Times
New Yorkers Observe Oct. 7 Anniversary With Eye Toward Peace Talks
By Gotham Rex on October 7, 2025
People gathered in remembrance of hostages held by Hamas and in protest of Israel’s destructive campaign in Gaza as negotiators discussed a possible agreement to end the war. Source: New York Times
U.S. Argues That Detained Protesters Can’t Seek Release in Federal Court
By Gotham Rex on September 30, 2025
A federal appeals court heard arguments over whether noncitizens subject to deportation have the right to challenge their detentions using one of the oldest legal precepts. Source: New York Times
U.S. Sues Pro-Palestinian Demonstrators Who Protested Outside Synagogue
By Gotham Rex on September 29, 2025
The Justice Department sued participants in a confrontation at a New Jersey synagogue that devolved into violence. An official said there might be more such cases to come. Source: New York Times
Thousands Protest Netanyahu’s U.N. Speech in NYC
By Gotham Rex on September 26, 2025
Demonstrators gathered early on Friday in Times Square before making their way across town to the United Nations building. Source: New York Times
Dozens of Protesters Are Arrested Near the U.N. Before Trump’s Speech
By Gotham Rex on September 23, 2025
About 50 anti-Trump protesters were arrested before the president’s address to diplomats and world leaders on Tuesday morning, according to an organizer of the demonstration. Source: New York Times
11 Elected Officials Arrested While Trying to Access Cells at N.Y.C. ICE Facility
By Gotham Rex on September 18, 2025
Brad Lander, the city comptroller, was arrested again. Jumaane D. Williams, the public advocate, was among protesters detained outside. Source: New York Times
George Floyd Protesters to Receive $13 Million From New York
By Gotham Rex on July 20, 2023
The city settled a major class-action lawsuit that said unlawful police tactics had violated the rights of more than 1,000 people who protested after Mr. Floyd’s killing. Source: New York Times
When a Violent Race Riot in Washington Square Park Roiled New York City
By Gotham Rex on December 10, 2022
Four decades ago, a bat-wielding mob raged through Washington Square Park, leaving dozens injured and one dead. The violence lasted only 10 minutes, but the repercussions persist today. Source: New York Times
Chinese Abroad: Worried, Wary and Protesting
By Gotham Rex on December 5, 2022
Chinese expatriates in the United States are elated but nervous as they watch the protests at home. Source: New York Times