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Over 7,000 pro-Palestinian activists from North African countries have launched a 300-vehicle convoy from Tunisia aiming to reach the Rafah crossing to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza, as part of a larger global march planned for June 15 to negotiate opening a humanitarian corridor. The convoy and march seek to facilitate aid delivery and are highly publicized among pro-Palestine groups worldwide.
A much-hyped "God's Army" convoy of MAGA supporters near the Texas border turned out to be a small gathering of vehicles, exposing the impotence of the movement. Residents expressed concern over the influx of Trump supporters and criticized the staged events as misrepresenting the reality on the border. Meanwhile, a bipartisan Senate bill addressing the border crisis was released, but Trump loyalists in the House have dismissed it. The article argues that the MAGA movement is a con, with its promises falling short and its influence waning.
A conservative convoy gathered on the Texas border to support the state’s stance on immigration, expressing frustration, fear, and anger over what they see as a broken immigration system. Concerns over potential violence followed the convoys as federal government and Republican state leaders appeared to be on a collision course, but the event was peaceful. The rally in Texas, part political protest and part Christian revival, attracted a modest crowd to the ranch, with many attendees being retired individuals who decided to make the trip almost spontaneously after hearing about it on social media or local news.
A traveling convoy, including speakers like Ted Nugent and Sarah Palin, made a stop in Dripping Springs as part of a national call to action to head to the southern border, with mixed messages about their goal. Some emphasized praying at the border, while others took a confrontational approach, criticizing the federal government for lack of action on border security. The group, identifying as "God's Army," plans to head to the southern border on Friday in a "peaceful" gathering.
A convoy of MAGA supporters, including Joshua Macias, who was involved in the January 6 Capitol riots, is heading to the U.S.-Mexico border for a "peaceful" protest against the influx of migrants. The group has garnered attention from conservative media and raised over $154,000 for the event. Concerns about potential conflicts and infiltrators have been shared on their communication channels, and the convoy's numbers are far fewer than initially projected.
A convoy of protesters, organized by former military personnel, is heading to Texas to rally against what they perceive as a migrant "invasion" at the U.S.-Mexico border. The group aims to pressure the federal government and support Texas Governor Greg Abbott's efforts to secure the border. However, concerns have been raised about the potential for violence and the group's rhetoric, which has been linked to dangerous conspiracy theories. The convoy has raised nearly $141,000 in donations and plans to hold rallies in Texas, California, and Arizona.
The "God's army" convoy aiming to stop migrants from crossing the Texas-Mexico border faced setbacks including slashed tires, a last-minute meeting point change, and internal disputes. Despite aspirations of mobilizing tens of thousands of trucks, only around 20 vehicles gathered in Norfolk, Virginia. One participant was exiled from the convoy, and the group's plans to confront migrants and secure the border remain unclear amidst unprecedented migration rates.
A convoy of protesters from Virginia, known as "God's Army," is traveling through Louisiana on their way to the southern border to protest President Biden's border policies. The convoy has gained support as it travels, with participants expressing concerns about the influx of migrants. Tensions between Texas and the federal government over border security have led to legal action and support from 25 state governors, including Louisiana's Governor Jeff Landry. The convoy plans to make stops in border hotspots in Texas, Arizona, and California, expecting more participants to join them along the way.
The Take Our Border Back convoy, expected to draw at least 700,000 people, is heading to Texas to protest the border crisis and push the Biden administration into action. Organized by ordinary citizens, including farmers and retired police officers, the convoy aims to highlight the dangers of open borders and educate Americans on the issue. While not against immigration, the group believes the situation has spiraled out of control, with over 2.4 million encounters on the Southern border last year. The convoy plans to remain peaceful and will not tolerate disruptors, emphasizing that the event is not politically motivated.
The "Take Our Border Back Convoy" is en route to Eagle Pass, Texas, to rally against the migrant influx and criticize the Biden administration's handling of the border situation. The convoy, which has sparked concerns of potential violence from immigrant communities, is supported by North Texas Congressman Keith Self and is expected to include participation from LEXIT, a Latino conservative movement. The convoy aims to draw attention to the issue and stand in solidarity with Texas leadership's efforts to secure the southern border.
A video from 2022 showing a convoy of truckers protesting COVID-19 restrictions has been misrepresented on social media to falsely claim that thousands of truckers are on their way to support Texas in its border standoff with the Biden administration. The actual convoy calling to secure the southern border left Norfolk, Virginia, with about 40 vehicles, not thousands, and is headed to Texas. The Supreme Court's recent decision to allow Border Patrol agents to resume cutting razor wire installed by Texas along the U.S.-Mexico border has sparked controversy, with President Joe Biden expressing willingness to shut down the border if Congress sends him a bill to sign.
A group called "Take Our Border Back" has raised over $138,000 for a convoy to Texas aimed at stopping migrants, with plans to travel through different border states. Despite the fundraising success, footage of the convoy's first day shows a small turnout, and widely shared videos have been traced back to a different protest convoy. Organizers have referred to the group as "God's army" and emphasized peaceful protest, while some politicians have made controversial statements on the issue.
The "Take Our Border Back" convoy, consisting of far-right figures and QAnon influencers, has started from Norfolk, Virginia, and is headed towards the U.S.-Mexico border to protest the Biden administration's border policies. The organizers have local connections to Virginia Beach and are using Christian nationalist rhetoric to gather support. There are concerns about potential armed confrontations between the protesters and the federal government, with some speculating about a "force-on-force" conflict.
The "Take Our Border Back Convoy" is set to travel from Dripping Springs to Eagle Pass, Texas, as part of a nationwide call to action to "secure the southern border." The convoy aims to peacefully assemble in support of the U.S. Constitution and Bill of Rights, inviting various groups including law enforcement, military, veterans, and freedom-loving Americans. Organizers emphasize that the demonstrations will be peaceful and not disrupt law enforcement operations.
A group calling themselves "God's army" is organizing a convoy to head to the Texas border to stop migrants from entering the US. The group, "Take Our Border Back," plans to hold rallies in California, Arizona, and Texas, and has sub-groups on Telegram for coordination. The group claims to be peaceful and aims to stop illegal immigration immediately, but it is unclear how they plan to confront migrants at the border. Tensions around immigration are rising, with record levels of migration and Texas National Guard troops in a standoff with the federal government.