Trump 2.0 is targeting US protesters with ‘antifa’ charges. Activists started a union to fight back
NSPM-7 Defendants Union plans to offer legal clinics, media training and more to people facing prosecution for protest
TL;DR
- The NSPM-7 Defendants Union is a new project offering support to individuals facing prosecution related to protests.
- The union aims to counter the government's use of labels like "antifa" to target protesters.
- It plans to provide legal aid, media training, and support networks for defendants.
- The project draws inspiration from historical solidarity movements and seeks to build collective leverage against repression.
- Early members include protesters from various movements, including anti-ICE, solidarity with Palestine, and anti-Cop City.
- The union will not maintain membership rolls or charge dues, instead focusing on a pledge to cooperate with organizers and share strategies.