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Telegraph
4 days ago
- General
- Telegraph
Watch: Trans mob clashes with Christian protesters
Eight people were arrested after pro-transgender demonstrators clashed with Christian protesters. Christian activists with Mayday USA organised a demonstration outside Seattle City Hall on Tuesday that descended into aggressive scenes after it was swarmed by pro-transgender counter-protesters. Footage of the incident shows a woman and three children surrounded by counter-protesters who heckled and pointed at her. The woman, dressed in a blue vest and a hat, is holding a baby in her arms and appears to be with her partner who is holding the hands of two children, one of whom is crying. As police officers rush in to diffuse the situation, demonstrators can be heard shouting 'get the kids out of here' and accuse the woman of 'instigating' the situation. A left-wing mob surrounds a woman, her toddler, and her young baby as they try to attend a Pro-Christian event in Seattle: — TheBlaze (@theblaze) May 28, 2025 The clashes on Tuesday followed a similar incident over the weekend which saw 23 people arrested when counter-protesters clashed with the same Christian group. Footage from the weekend's demonstration shows police attempting to restore calm in the Seattle park as pro-trans protesters descended on the Christian group. Dan Bongino, the FBI deputy director, responded to the scenes from the two protests, warning: 'Freedom of religion isn't a suggestion,' and pledged to investigate those accused of acts of violence against the Christian group. Mayday USA launched Tuesday's protest after Bruce Harrell, the Seattle mayor, called the Christian group 'extreme Right-wing' antagonists in the wake of the weekend's demonstrations. Around 500 protesters gathered in central Seattle to call on the mayor to step down over his comments, bearing signs saying 'Jesus loves Seattle', 'apologise or resign' and 'free speech for all', according to the Seattle Times. 'This is a unified response to the Seattle mayor's false accusations and attempts to limit the freedom of Christian worship,' the group wrote on social media. 'We are calling on the mayor to retract his statement, apologise or resign. This isn't a game.' Police attempted to separate the group from around 250 counter-protesters, but footage circulating online shows a number of tussles breaking out. In one incident, a man can be seen attempting to ram his bike into a de-transitioned activist who was allegedly attempting to attend the rally. 🚨BREAKING: DETRANSITIONER @Transphobe01 was just mobbed by ANTIFA - violently assaulted outside of Seattle City Hall Follow for updates — Cam Higby | America First 🇺🇸 (@camhigby) May 28, 2025 A group of at least a dozen officers rushed in to ward off pro-trans demonstrators who hurled abuse as they attempted to surround the activist. Seattle police arrested eight people for assault, MailOnline reported. The White House condemned the actions of the counter-protesters for violating the Christian group's right to freedom of expression. Pastor Paula White-Cain, the White House adviser, said: 'We affirm the fundamental rights to free speech and religious freedom for all Americans, as protected by federal law.' 'Public officials must protect the inalienable rights of all citizens, regardless of their faith or religious beliefs. 'We urge the City of Seattle to uphold these rights at all faith-based events, safeguarding the ability of people of faith to gather and express their beliefs without fear of harassment or violence.' Mr Bongino said: 'We have asked our team to fully investigate allegations of targeted violence against religious groups at the Seattle concert. 'Freedom of religion isn't a suggestion.' RFK Jr warns against puberty blockers It comes as Robert F Kennedy Jr, the US health secretary, warned against offering transgender treatment to minors. Mr Kennedy wrote a letter to healthcare providers on Wednesday instructing them to no longer prescribe children suffering from gender dysphoria with puberty blockers, cross-sex hormones and transgender surgery, warning that the treatments 'carry risk of significant harm'. 'Providers should no longer rely on discredited guidelines that promote these dangerous interventions for children and adolescents based on ideology, not evidence,' Mr Kennedy wrote. Dr Mehmet Oz, the head of the Centres for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), added that he was concerned about the 'profits related to these harmful procedures'.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Climate
- Yahoo
Seattle weather: Light showers, cool temperatures return
The Brief Western Washington experienced summer-like heat with highs in the 80s and 90s on Wednesday. A weak front on Thursday may bring light rain, especially along the coast, and possible thunderstorms in the mountains. Breezy winds will lower temperatures to seasonal averages, with highs in the upper 60s to low 70s for the rest of the week. SEATTLE - We saw summer-like heat around much of western Washington today! Afternoon highs soared into the 80s and 90s today. We typically see our first 80 degree day around May 16, so we were a little behind schedule this year, but certainly not the latest we've ever seen. What's next A weak front will slide through during the day Thursday. Light rain will be possible during the morning commute. The best chances for rain will be along the coast, where we could see close to .40" of rainfall. Amounts will be less in the interior regions, ranging between .10"-.20". There is even a chance of some thunderstorms in the mountains and Central Washington tomorrow. Breezy onshore winds will bring temperatures back down to seasonal averages. Winds will be especially breezy just east of the Cascades and into Central Washington, where gusts may range between 30-40 at times. After some morning showers on Thursday, we quickly dry out once again and temperatures will warm back up to the upper 70s. Afternoon highs will stay in the upper 60s to low 70s for the rest of the week. The Source Information in this story came from FOX 13 Seattle Meteorologist Ilona McCauley and the National Weather Service. A religious group held a protest outside Seattle City Hall. Here's why LIVE: Updates on Seattle's Tuesday protest, arrests, more Crews battle Second Creek Fire near Leavenworth, WA 2 injured in separate Seattle shootings Teen, child killed in Lacey, WA mobile home fire Crews investigate explosion at Woodinville, WA hardware store College Inn Pub announces closure after 50 years in Seattle Dave's Hot Chicken to open 4 new locations in Seattle area. Here's where 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.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
WA jail inmate attacks corrections deputy, tries to steal keys
The Brief A Thurston County Jail inmate attacked a corrections deputy in an attempt to steal the deputy's cell keys. The inmate was in custody for allegedly stabbing a grocery store employee without provocation. He is expected to face additional charges for assaulting an officer. THURSTON COUNTY, Wash. - A jailed stabbing suspect attacked a corrections deputy and grabbed their cell keys during a violent struggle at the Thurston County Jail Wednesday morning. The backstory According to Thurston County Sheriff Derek Sanders, the suspect was arrested May 13 after allegedly stabbing a grocery store employee without provocation and was booked into jail for second-degree assault. What they're saying On Wednesday morning, a deputy invited the same inmate out of his cell for recreation time. The inmate walked out of the cell, punched the deputy in the face and pinned him against the wall grates while grabbing the cell keys. Sheriff Sanders said the deputy returned multiple hand strikes to the inmate's head, causing him to fall to the ground. The inmate held onto the keys during the struggle. A second corrections deputy responded and delivered a knee strike to the inmate's rib cage, causing him to release the keys. The inmate was placed back in his cell and is expected to face additional criminal charges for assaulting an officer. The deputy was treated for his injuries and released from the hospital. The Source Information in this story comes from a social media press release by Thurston County Sheriff Derek Sanders. A religious group held a protest outside Seattle City Hall. Here's why LIVE: Updates on Seattle's Tuesday protest, arrests, more Crews battle Second Creek Fire near Leavenworth, WA 2 injured in separate Seattle shootings Teen, child killed in Lacey, WA mobile home fire Crews investigate explosion at Woodinville, WA hardware store College Inn Pub announces closure after 50 years in Seattle Dave's Hot Chicken to open 4 new locations in Seattle area. Here's where 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.
