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Riley Gaines says 'literal human feces' thrown in protest of Turning Point USA at University of Washington
People protesting a Turning Point USA (TPUSA) event at the University of Washington in Seattle on Tuesday allegedly threw "literal human feces" at students checking in to hear a speech advocating against biological men competing in women's sports. The event, titled "The Fight is Far From Over," took place Tuesday evening in the university's Ethnic Cultural Theater and was led by Riley Gaines and Olivia Krolczyk. It was a public event open to anyone with a valid photo ID. Gaines initially wrote on X that protesters at UW were chanting "God is trans" before updating her post with, "the protestors(sic) just threw *feces* at the @TPUSA students at check in. Literal human feces." Local media outlets reported that approximately 150 people were near the building protesting the speech. Many could be seen in social media videos waving transgender flags and holding signs – some vulgar – expressing opposition to Gaines and Krolczyk. Ambassador Of Riley Gaines Center Discusses 'Violent' Protests During Fairness In Women's Sports Rally Other videos posted on social media by Frontlines, a media outlet powered by TPUSA, showed protesters in all black with their faces covered following event attendees to their cars, calling some "transphobes" and "scum of the earth" and suggesting that they kill themselves. Read On The Fox News App Some event attendees could be seen escorted by police as the agitators followed them for minutes while verbally harassing them. "I hope you drop dead behind the wheel. F--- you!" one agitator yelled in the parking lot, among other similar sentiments. Masked agitators followed people who attended the TPUSA event at the University of Washington on Tuesday, yelling insults and vulgar phrases as they walked to their cars with police escorts. Anti-israel Protesters Occupy University Of Washington Building, 30 Arrested Krolcyzk, an ambassador for the Riley Gaines Center at the Learning Institute and a self-described "free speech advocate and defender of women's sports/spaces," attempted to speak at the university in January, but was met with heavy opposition. The event was ultimately shut down after she said protests turned "absolutely violent." "As soon as I arrived on campus, I was immediately met with confrontation. I had signs and flyers everywhere across campus telling me to leave, rallying people for the protest. It was insane – you couldn't walk 10 feet without seeing them," Krolczyk told OutKick's Charly Arnolt at the time. She continued: "However, it went from 0 to 100 in five minutes. It turned absolutely violent when Antifa showed up. We ended up having about 200 protesters." Pro-transgender activists protested a Turning Point USA event at the University of Washington on Tuesday as Riley Gaines and Olivia Krolczyk spoke out against biological men competing in women's sports. The protests on Tuesday come one day after 30 anti-Israel protesters were arrested and charged in connection with occupying an engineering building on campus for hours. The group was demanding that UW divest from aerospace and defense manufacturer Boeing, which has a long history with the university. Fox News Digital reached out to the University of Washington for comment. Original article source: Riley Gaines says 'literal human feces' thrown in protest of Turning Point USA at University of Washington
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07-05-2025
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Riley Gaines says 'literal human feces' thrown in protest of Turning Point USA at University of Washington
People protesting a Turning Point USA (TPUSA) event at the University of Washington in Seattle on Tuesday allegedly threw "literal human feces" at students checking in to hear a speech advocating against biological men competing in women's sports. The event, titled "The Fight is Far From Over," took place Tuesday evening in the university's Ethnic Cultural Theater and was led by Riley Gaines and Olivia Krolczyk. It was a public event open to anyone with a valid photo ID. Gaines initially wrote on X that protesters at UW were chanting "God is trans" before updating her post with, "the protestors(sic) just threw *feces* at the @TPUSA students at check in. Literal human feces." Local media outlets reported that approximately 150 people were near the building protesting the speech. Many could be seen in social media videos waving transgender flags and holding signs – some vulgar – expressing opposition to Gaines and Krolczyk. AMBASSADOR OF RILEY GAINES CENTER DISCUSSES 'VIOLENT' PROTESTS DURING FAIRNESS IN WOMEN'S SPORTS RALLY Other videos posted on social media by Frontlines, a media outlet powered by TPUSA, showed protesters in all black with their faces covered following event attendees to their cars, calling some "transphobes" and "scum of the earth" and suggesting that they kill themselves. Some event attendees could be seen escorted by police as the agitators followed them for minutes while verbally harassing them. "I hope you drop dead behind the wheel. F--- you!" one agitator yelled in the parking lot, among other similar sentiments. ANTI-ISRAEL PROTESTERS OCCUPY UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON BUILDING, 30 ARRESTED Krolcyzk, an ambassador for the Riley Gaines Center at the Learning Institute and a self-described "free speech advocate and defender of women's sports/spaces," attempted to speak at the university in January, but was met with heavy opposition. The event was ultimately shut down after she said protests turned "absolutely violent." "As soon as I arrived on campus, I was immediately met with confrontation. I had signs and flyers everywhere across campus telling me to leave, rallying people for the protest. It was insane – you couldn't walk 10 feet without seeing them," Krolczyk told OutKick's Charly Arnolt at the time. She continued: "However, it went from 0 to 100 in five minutes. It turned absolutely violent when Antifa showed up. We ended up having about 200 protesters." CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP The protests on Tuesday come one day after 30 anti-Israel protesters were arrested and charged in connection with occupying an engineering building on campus for hours. The group was demanding that UW divest from aerospace and defense manufacturer Boeing, which has a long history with the university. Fox News Digital reached out to the University of Washington for comment.
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07-05-2025
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Protesters gather at speaking event featuring anti-trans activists at UW
The Brief Approximately 150 protesters gathered outside the University of Washington to oppose an event featuring conservative activists Riley Gaines Barker and Olivia Krolczyk, who are known for their stance against transgender women competing in women's sports. The protest was mostly peaceful, involving chanting and dancing, but included tense moments such as police removing a trans flag from protesters and attendees facing harassment as they left the event. The University of Washington emphasized its commitment to free speech and safety, implementing security measures for the event, while attendees and protesters expressed their views on the importance of dialogue and the right to protest. SEATTLE - Roughly 150 protesters voiced their opposition outside an event hosting two conservative and anti-trans activists at the University of Washington. Tuesday night's event featured Riley Gaines Barker and Olivia Krolczyk, who are both vocal against transgender women athletes competing with cisgender women athletes in sporting events. Most of the protest involved chanting and dancing throughout the evening, but there were some tense moments, with police ripping a trans flag from protesters and protesters harassing attendees who left the Turning Point USA event. (FOX 13 Seattle) What they're saying "I knew tonight there was a protest down here for [Riley Gaines Barker] speaking, and I'm all pro listening to her speak," said Lisa Olson. Olson says she came down to UW's Ethnic Cultural Theatre to support the speakers and to counter the event's protesters. "I feel like it's suppression of speech when a group doesn't want somebody to speak," said Olson. "I want to hear what they have to say and want them to be able to allow us to hear what Riley has to say." The other side While there was a large security presence guarding the event, the opposition across the street had a bigger turnout. "It's disappointing to see people harbor so much hatred and disdain for their fellow citizens and fellow humans out here at the school spreading their hate," said Elayne Wylie. Wylie describes herself as a proud UW alum and says she was inspired by the turnout. "It is really encouraging to see [protesters] behind me come out and demonstrate their first amendment rights to come and protest that and say listen, we may be a small contingent of society, but we are powerful. We deserve recognition. We deserve to live our most authentic lives," said Wylie. A spokesperson for the University of Washington sent this statement to FOX 13 Seattle: "TPUSA has agreed to advance registration for attendees and not allowing bags into the event. TPUSA also agreed to a no in/out policy for attendees. The presenters are planning to bring their own security detail in addition to the uniformed security and law enforcement UW will have present to ensure safety for all. The University of Washington is committed to the free exchange of ideas and the principles of academic freedom, in accordance with the University's mission and the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. Registered Student Organizations frequently invite speakers to campus for events. The safety and security of our campus community, including visitors to events, are top priorities. Anyone identified as having violated the law, the student code of conduct or the general code of conduct will be held accountable." The Source Information in this story came from FOX 13 Seattle conversations with supporters and protesters and a statement from the University of Washington. MORE NEWS FROM FOX 13 SEATTLE Dozens arrested after protests escalate at University of Washington in Seattle Dashcam footage shows shocking 'road rage' hit-and-run on motorcyclist Trump, Carney quibble over buying Canada: 'Never say never' Dozens arrested after protests escalate at University of Washington in Seattle Jury selection for Bryan Kohberger trial: What both sides will likely look out for Seattle police arrest suspect in fatal hit-and-run that killed mother Inmate escapes police at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport Jamie Tompkins claims Seattle police scandal was a setup. Here's why 2 new trails connect Redmond transit station to King County park To get the best local news, weather and sports in Seattle for free, sign up for the daily FOX Seattle Newsletter. Download the free FOX LOCAL app for mobile in the Apple App Store or Google Play Store for live Seattle news, top stories, weather updates and more local and national news.
