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Judge Criticizes Trump for Unlawful Deportation of Pro-Palestinian Speech
law5 months ago

Judge Criticizes Trump for Unlawful Deportation of Pro-Palestinian Speech

A federal judge ruled that the Trump administration's policy to deport non-citizens over pro-Palestinian views violates the First Amendment, emphasizing that non-citizens have the same free speech rights as citizens, and criticizing the policy as an unconstitutional attempt to chill free speech. The case, brought by academic organizations, highlights concerns over government overreach and political targeting of scholars.

"Vermont Shooting: Palestinian Students Share Harrowing Experience"
crime2 years ago

"Vermont Shooting: Palestinian Students Share Harrowing Experience"

Three Palestinian college students in Vermont were shot by a man with a loaded pistol while walking near a grandmother's house, leaving one of them paralyzed. They believe they were targeted because of their Palestinian identity and consider the incident a hate crime. The shooter has pleaded not guilty to three counts of second-degree attempted murder, and the investigation is ongoing. The victims emphasize the broader systematic dehumanization of Palestinians and express concern for the ongoing suffering in Gaza and the West Bank.

"Paralyzed Palestinian Student and Families Face New Pain in Vermont Shooting"
crime2 years ago

"Paralyzed Palestinian Student and Families Face New Pain in Vermont Shooting"

Hisham Awartani, one of the three Palestinian college students shot in Vermont, is paralyzed from the chest down after a bullet lodged in his spine. His family has launched a GoFundMe fundraiser to cover his rehabilitation costs. The two other victims were shot in the upper torso and lower extremities and have been hospitalized. The suspect, Jason J. Eaton, has been charged with attempted murder and investigators are looking into whether the attack was motivated by hate. The families of the victims are calling for a full investigation and justice, believing their sons were targeted for being Palestinian.

"Palestinian Students Shot in Vermont: Pain, Uncertain Futures, and a Quiet FBI"
crime2 years ago

"Palestinian Students Shot in Vermont: Pain, Uncertain Futures, and a Quiet FBI"

Three Palestinian college students, Tahseen Aliahmad, Hisham Awartani, and Kinnan Abdalhamid, were shot in Vermont, causing fear and concern among college campuses where they were studying. The attack has raised concerns about Islamophobia and antisemitism, exacerbating existing tensions due to recent conflicts in the Middle East. Authorities have charged a man with attempted murder, but the motive remains unclear. The families of the victims are tormented, with one aunt describing the news as "a bullet in the heart." The injured students face a long road to recovery, with one having a bullet lodged near his spine. The incident has sparked vigils and discussions about safety and support for Palestinian students on campus.

"Mothers of Palestinian Students Shot in Vermont Share Sons' Recovery Update"
crime2 years ago

"Mothers of Palestinian Students Shot in Vermont Share Sons' Recovery Update"

Three Palestinian college students were shot and wounded by a stranger in Vermont. The motive behind the attack is still unknown, but the assailant has been charged with three counts of attempted murder. One of the students suffered an incomplete spinal injury, while the others sustained less severe injuries. The mothers of the victims believe the attack was motivated by hate, as the students were wearing traditional keffiyeh and speaking a mix of Arabic and English at the time of the incident.

"Targeted Shooting of Palestinian College Students in Vermont Sparks Heightened Tensions and Hate Crime Debate"
crime2 years ago

"Targeted Shooting of Palestinian College Students in Vermont Sparks Heightened Tensions and Hate Crime Debate"

Three Palestinian college students, who had grown up together in the West Bank, were shot while taking a walk in Vermont, where their relatives believed they would be safe. The students, who were in the United States for the Thanksgiving holiday, were treated for their injuries, with one unable to move his legs. The shooting has raised concerns about hate-motivated attacks amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas. A suspect has been arrested and charged with attempted murder. The families of the victims are seeking justice and are determined to support their sons' recovery.

Examining the Hate Crime Potential in the Shooting of Palestinian Students in Vermont
crime2 years ago

Examining the Hate Crime Potential in the Shooting of Palestinian Students in Vermont

The shooting of three Palestinian college students in Vermont has sparked calls for the suspect to be charged with a hate crime. Jason J. Eaton, who has pleaded not guilty to three counts of attempted second-degree murder, is accused of shooting the students as they walked in front of his apartment building while conversing in Arabic and English. While authorities have yet to determine a motive, families of the victims and civil rights groups have demanded that the attack be investigated as a hate crime, citing the rise in anti-Muslim and anti-Arab bias incidents in the US. However, prosecutors caution that proving a hate crime requires demonstrating beyond a reasonable doubt that racial hatred was a motivating factor. The Justice Department is also investigating whether the incident qualifies as a hate crime.

Palestinian Men Shot in Vermont: Families' Safety Expectations Shattered
crime2 years ago

Palestinian Men Shot in Vermont: Families' Safety Expectations Shattered

Three Palestinian college students, Hisham Awartani, Kinnan Abdalhamid, and Tahseen Ali Ahmad, were shot and seriously injured while on a walk in Vermont. The students, who were celebrating Thanksgiving and family birthdays, had hoped to find safety in the US away from the war in Gaza. The suspected gunman, Jason J. Eaton, was arrested and held without bail on three counts of attempted murder. The US Department of Justice is investigating whether the shooting was a hate crime. The incident highlights the level of gun violence and hatred that exists in some parts of the country.

Violence in Vermont leaves Palestinian students traumatized
campus-safety2 years ago

Violence in Vermont leaves Palestinian students traumatized

Tensions are high at Brown University following the shooting of Palestinian student Hisham Awartani and two other Palestinian men in Vermont. The incident has highlighted the divide between students who support Israel and those who oppose its presence in Palestinian territories. At a vigil for Awartani, a protest broke out and Brown President Christina Paxson was forced offstage. Palestinian students have accused the university of being unsupportive and not protecting them. Students are calling for divestment from companies affiliated with Israel, and tensions continue to escalate on campus.

"Vermont Shooting Leaves Palestinian Students with Life-Altering Injuries"
crime2 years ago

"Vermont Shooting Leaves Palestinian Students with Life-Altering Injuries"

One of the three Palestinian college students who were shot in Vermont may never walk again after a bullet became lodged in his spine, according to his family. The 20-year-old junior at Brown University, Hisham Awartani, has an incomplete spinal injury and is expected to have a long road to recovery. The suspect, Jason J. Eaton, has been charged with three counts of attempted murder but has pleaded not guilty. The motive for the attack is still under investigation, and authorities are considering whether it was a hate crime. The victims' families and civil rights groups have called for a full investigation and justice.

"Possible Hate Crime: Palestinian Students Shot in Vermont, Suspect Pleads Not Guilty"
hate-crime2 years ago

"Possible Hate Crime: Palestinian Students Shot in Vermont, Suspect Pleads Not Guilty"

Three college students of Palestinian descent were shot and seriously injured in Vermont in what is being investigated as a possible hate crime. The victims, all 20 years old, were out for a walk when they were confronted by a white man with a handgun. Two of the students were struck in their torsos, while one was hit in the lower extremities. The U.S. Department of Justice is investigating whether the shooting is connected to the increase in threats against Jewish, Muslim, and Arab communities since the Israel-Hamas war began. The suspect, Jason J. Eaton, has been charged with three counts of attempted murder and is being held without bail.

Suspect Arrested for Shooting 3 Palestinian Students in Vermont
crime2 years ago

Suspect Arrested for Shooting 3 Palestinian Students in Vermont

A 48-year-old man from Vermont, Jason J. Eaton, has been charged with three counts of attempted second-degree murder for shooting three college students of Palestinian descent in Burlington. The motive for the shooting is still under investigation, but local officials have called it a hateful act. The victims, who were visiting for Thanksgiving, were shot outside the apartment building where the suspect lives. If convicted, Eaton could face life in prison. The families of the victims believe they were targeted for being Palestinian. Vermont has seen a rise in violence and crime, with over 20 homicides reported this year.

Community Unites in Support of Palestinian Students Shot in Vermont
crime2 years ago

Community Unites in Support of Palestinian Students Shot in Vermont

A suspect, Jason J. Eaton, has been arrested in connection with the shooting of three Palestinian college students in Burlington, Vermont. The shooting, which occurred as the students were walking along the street, has raised concerns about rising hate crimes amid the Israel-Hamas conflict. Two of the students were in stable condition, while the third suffered more serious injuries. The suspect, who lives near the scene of the shooting, was apprehended by authorities and evidence found in his home supports the belief that he perpetrated the shooting. The investigation is ongoing, and the families of the victims, along with civil rights groups, are calling for justice and increased protection for Muslim and Arab communities.