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The Fight Against ICE Cruelty
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Formerly "The Fight Against CECOT"
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Sending everyone virtual hugs. Please be gentle with yourselves. You didn't vote for this. You didn't ask for this. You aren't responsible for the actions of the immoral few.

We'll be back in Falls Church on Friday at 5:30. Join us if you can or consider starting your own gathering.
#StopICEcruelty
Protest ICE. Defend out immigrants. Due process is a human right. Banner drop and protest on 66W overpass *intersection of Langston and Washington Blvd (near the Exxon, 6730 Langston Blvd) Fridays, 530pm until 7pm No banner drops during poor weather
August 20, 2025 at 11:53 PM
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Ward Sakeik was detained after flying back from her honeymoon.

Born as a Palestinian refugee in Saudi Arabia, she was considered as stateless when she was brought to the U.S. as a child.

Recently released from ICE detention, she continues to advocate for those still imprisoned.
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Abducted Ward Sakeik Palestinian, 22 years old Despite living in the U.S. since she was eight, Ward Sakeik was detained in February. She has no criminal record. Detained for five months, she was threatened multiple times with deportation to Israel, which was blocked with an emergency order by a federal judge. Sent to an ICE concentration camp.
August 19, 2025 at 12:08 AM
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Happy Friday!

Another great banner drop in Falls Church today! We tried something new and put out some chalk messages as a longer lasting way to spread motivation.

Looking for something to do in your own neighborhood? Consider chalking. Small acts of resistance go a long way. ❤️

#StopICEcruelty
Sidewalk chalk saying "Love wins" Sidewalk chalk saying "Love Everyone" Sidewalk chalk saying "The USA was built by immigrants". It is underneath a banner saying "Andry Hernandez Romero. The USA sent him to a concentration camp." Sidewalk chalk saying "Stop ICE". It is underneath a banner saying "Only traitors obey tyrants."
August 8, 2025 at 11:51 PM
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Today marks the fifteenth day of Pedro Lorenzo Concepción's hunger strike. Despite the pleas of his doctors, his actions are meant to draw attention to the deplorable conditions in which he and his fellow inmates are being held.

ICE denies any hunger strike is occurring.

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Abducted sign: Pedro Lorenzo Concepción #STOPICECRUELTY Cuban, 44 years old Pedro Lorenzo Concepción arrived in the U.S. in 2006. He crossed the ocean on a raft from Cuba. In July, he was sent to the Everglades Detention Center. Sent to an ICE concentration camp.
August 6, 2025 at 11:19 PM
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Thanks to @thedisappeared.bsky.social & Witness at the Border, we purchased a bulk supply of bumper stickers for our banner drops. Even some folks without cars have expressed interest in putting the stickers on laptops, water bottles, etc.

#BlueTriangleSolidarity
A bumper sticker with a blue triangle and print saying "I stand with immigrants"
August 2, 2025 at 12:42 PM
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Another day, another successful banner drop in Falls Church, VA. Thanks to those who joined. We had great community engagement!

We've started distributing bumper stickers to interested passers-by (see comment).

#StopICEcruelty
A banner reading "ICE AGENTS=NAZIS!"
August 2, 2025 at 12:42 PM
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Hi Folks,

We're back tomorrow at 5:30pm in Falls Church, VA. Come support our immigrants and condemn ICE!

#StopICEcruelty
Protest ICE. Defend our immigrants. Due process is a human right. Banner drop and protest on 66W Overpass Intersection of Langston and Washington Blvd. (near the Exxon, 6730 Langston Blvd No banner drops in poor weather.
July 31, 2025 at 10:00 PM
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After his brother was killed by the Taliban as retribution for service with the American forces, Sayed Naser Noori knew that he needed to flee his home country.

Using the CBP One program, he entered the U.S. legally in 2024. ICE is now seeking to fast-track his deportation.

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Poster that says "Abducted" Sayed Naser Noori #STOPICECRUELTY Afghan, age unclear Sayed Naser Noori was detained when presenting himself for his immigration hearing. He previously served as an interpreter with the U.S. Army. If deported to Afghanistan, he will likely be killed by the Taliban. Sent to an ICE concentration camp.
July 29, 2025 at 12:40 AM
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Despite being on a valid visa, Carlos Martín González was sent to the Everglades concentration camp.

He is there with his brother Alejandro, who had come to bring documentation when Carlos was stopped by a state trooper.

Mexico has repeatedly asked for their repatriation.

#STOPICECRUELTY
POSTER THAT SAYS "ABDUCTED" Carlos Martín González #STOPICECRUELTY Mexican, 26 years old Carlos Martín González was in the United States on a valid tourist visa when he was detained at a traffic stop. When his brother came to assist, he too was detained. Sent to an ICE concentration camp.
July 25, 2025 at 9:58 AM
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Our banners will be back tomorrow as we continue our anti-ICE, pro-human message. Friday in Falls Church @ 5:30pm!

#stopICEcruelty
Flyer: PROTEST ICE. DEFEND OUR IMMIGRANTS. DUE PROCESS IS A HUMAN RIGHT. Banner drop and protest on 66W Overpass@ *intersection of Langston and Washington Blvd (near the Exxon, 6730 Langston Blvd.) *Fridays, 5:30pm until 7pm* No banner drops during poor weather.** (Follow us @Bluesky, fightICEcruelty.bsky.social)
July 24, 2025 at 1:14 PM
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Hi Folks,

Back in Falls Church today with banners in support of our immigrant community!

#BringThemBack
Protest CECOT. Defend our Immigrants. Due process is a human right. Banner drop and portest on 66W overpass. Intersection of Langston and Washington Blvd (near EXXON, 673 Langston Blvd) Fridays 530 until 7pm. No Banner drops during poor weather.
July 18, 2025 at 2:42 PM
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After years spent working in a Colombian factory, William Ramón Lozada Sánchez decided to seek the "American dream."

Waiting months without response to his request for a CPB One appointment, he finally decided to cross the border and present himself at a point of entry.

#BringThemBack
Missing Poster: William Ramón Lozada Sánchez #BringThemBack Venezuelan, 27 years old During the fourteen months that he was in ICE detention and pending deportation to Venezuela, William Ramón Lozada Sánchez confided in his sister that he was being subjected to mistreatment and humiliation from those in charge of the detention centers. Sent to CECOT without trial.
July 17, 2025 at 11:35 AM
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Father of three young children, Nolberto Rafael Aguilar Rodríguez documented his perilous trek to the U.S. Over 40,000 followers on social media cheered him on during his journey.

In June 2024, he received his appointment for legal U.S. entry using the CBP One app.

#BringThemBack
Missing poster: Nolberto Rafael Aguilar Rodríguez #BringThemBack Venezuelan, 32 years old To disguise a scar obtained in a childhood accident, Nolberto Rafael Aguilar Rodríguez got a tattoo of dice and cards on his arm. Though he has never been charged with any crime in the U.S. or Venezuela, this tattoo was likely used as a reason for ICE to accuse him of gang affiliation. Sent to CECOT without trial.
July 13, 2025 at 1:51 PM
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To do list for Falls Church tomorrow:

*Display our anti-CECOT, anti-ICE, pro-human banners
*Support our immigrant community
*Argue with Nazi apologists (hopefully infrequent)

We'll be out there tomorrow at 5:30pm.

#BringThemBack
PROTEST CECOT. DEFEND OUR IMMIGRANTS. DUE PROCESS IS A HUMAN RIGHT. Banner drop and protest on 66W Overpass@ *intersection of Langston and Washington Blvd (near the Exxon, 6730 Langston Blvd.) Fridays from 5:30pm until 7pm No banner drops during poor weather.** (Follow us @Bluesky, FightAgainstCecot.bsky.social)
July 11, 2025 at 12:13 AM
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We're hitting the streets and taking our information to a wider audience than just Bluesky.

Interested in doing something like this for your own neighborhood? Feel free! All of our missing posters and other graphics are yours to distribute. Get the word out.

#BringThemBack
Missing poster about Andry Hernandez Romero, displayed on a telephone pole; Venezuelan, 32 years old Targeted for his sexuality and his political views, Andry Hernández Romero left Venezuela to seek asylum in the U.S. His asylum case was found credible. In March, he was sent to El Salvador without his lawyer’s knowledge. Sent to CECOT without trial. Information about Jonathan Miguel Ramirez, displayed on a telephone pole:Venezuelan, 30 years old Living in a residence with other migrants, Jonathan Miguel Ramírez told his family that ICE burst into the home, “throwing open doors and taking everyone that was Venezuelan.” Sent to CECOT without trial. "CECOT: What is it?" sign with information about the notorious prison and its definition as a concentration camp as well as info on what the public can do: Be a loud voice, protect neighbors, and record immigration arrests.
July 10, 2025 at 12:20 PM
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In his absence, Aldrin José Delgado Piña's entire community pleads for his return.

He comes from a small, economically-disadvantaged town in Venezuela. With the economic crisis, he migrated to the USA, hoping to provide remittances to bring desperately needed income to his family.

#BringThemBack
Missing poster: Aldrin José Delgado Piña #BringThemBack “Help return my son; he is not a delinquent.” ~Sign displayed by the father of Aldrin José Delgado Piña Venezuelan, 26 years old The news of Aldrin José Delgado Piña’s disappearance wasn’t just a blow to his immediate family—it impacted the entirety of his close-knit community in the town of Bachaquero. Sent to CECOT without trial. A group of people wave the Venezuelan flag and hold signs pleading for the return of their loved one.
July 9, 2025 at 12:29 AM
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Bruce Cedeno Conteras entered the U.S. legally through the CBP One program. He received work authorization, and he went to work in the construction and home repair business.

Though he was exhausted from long days and hard work, he was pleased that he could help support his family.

#BringThemBack
Missing poster: Bruce Embelgert Cedeno Conteras #BringThemBack Venezuelan, 24 years old When ICE raided the home he was staying at, Bruce Embelgert Cedeno Conteras was unexpectedly taken into custody. His work authorization had been granted, and he was residing in the country legally. He told his mother that he wasn’t sure why he’d been arrested.
July 4, 2025 at 12:35 PM
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Due to the (very sober and unpatriotic-feeling) holiday, our usual Friday protest will be on Sunday, July 6th from 4pm until 5:30pm.

Don't let your fight go out.

#BringThemBack
PROTEST CECOT. DEFEND OUR IMMIGRANTS. DUE PROCESS IS A HUMAN RIGHT. Banner drop and protest on 66W Overpass@ *intersection of Langston and Washington Blvd (near the Exxon, 6730 Langston Blvd.) Rescheduled for this week only: *Sunday, July 6, 4pm until 5:30pm* No banner drops during poor weather.** (Follow us @Bluesky, FightAgainstCecot.bsky.social)
July 3, 2025 at 7:50 PM
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Kleiver Daniel Díaz Lugo was detained on suspicion of gang affiliation. His family emphasizes that these allegations are untrue, stating that he was a humble, hardworking mechanic.

With Kleiver outside of the penal system for either the U.S. or Venezuela, his family feels helpless.

#BringThemBack
Kleiver Daniel Díaz Lugo #BringThemBack Venezuelan, 22 years old Kleiver Daniel Díaz Lugo was taken into ICE custody in October 2024. Though he was not from Mexico, he received notice that he was to be deported there in March 2025. Sent to CECOT without trial.
July 2, 2025 at 12:11 AM
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The banner speaks for itself, and it's my favorite one to hang next to the traffic light on Langston Blvd. In between kids and hobbies and work, it's easy to turn off the news. So, we like to bring the news to you.

Thanks to those who came out yesterday in support of our action!

#BringThemBack
June 28, 2025 at 6:03 PM
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While in ICE custody, Deibin Iradan Gualtero Quiroz took up a custodial job within the detention center. His mother reports that he always wanted to be useful, even in the worst circumstances.

In exchange for his cleaning work, he was paid one dollar per day.

#BringThemBack
Deibin Iradan Gualtero Quiroz #BringThemBack Venezuelan, 39 years old Father of five children, Deibin Iradan Gualtero Quiroz was enticed by the promise that the USA offered: a better life. Hoping for a legal pathway to citizenship, he presented himself voluntarily to ICE. Sent to CECOT without trial.
June 26, 2025 at 11:35 PM
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Hi folks, we'll be back on Friday in Falls Church, VA with our anti-CECOT, pro-immigrant, pro-human protest.
Feel free to join us, if you're in the area.

If you're not in the area, consider grabbing a few friends and setting up your own action. All it takes is you.

#BringThemBack
Protest CECOT, defend our immigrants. Due process is a human right. Banner drop and protest on 66W overpass. Intersection of Langston and Washington Blvd (near the Exxon, 6730 Langston Blvd). Fridays 5:30pm until 7pm.
June 25, 2025 at 3:19 PM
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March 14th was the last time that Nelson Mendoza spoke to his son in ICE custody.

His son, Jean Claude Mendoza Peña, insisted that because he hadn't been given deportation documents to sign, he couldn't be deported to Venezuela.

He was right. The US sent him to El Salvador instead.

#BringThemBack
Missing poster: Jean Claude Mendoza Peña #BringThemBack Venezuelan, 37 years old In January 2025, Jean Claude Mendoza Peña entered the U.S. through the CBP One program. He had waited months for his appointment, and he presented himself at a legal border crossing. Because he had tattoos, he was detained. Sent to CECOT without trial.
June 22, 2025 at 12:15 PM
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We'll be back out in Falls Church, VA on Friday at 5:30pm.

Accessible via the E Falls Church metro or via bike from the W&OD Trail.

Come see the "Honk if You Love Due Process" sign which has somehow been controversial enough to inspire boos.

#BringThemBack
Protest CECOT. Defend our immigrants. Due process is a human right. Banner Drop and protest on 66W overpass @ intersection of Langston and Washington Blvd. Fridays, 5:3pm until 7pm. (Follow us on Bluesky, FightAgainstCECOT)
June 17, 2025 at 4:51 PM
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Insulin-dependent, Aldo Colmenárez Abreu needed regular medical care for his diabetes. Shortly after he arrived in the U.S., ICE detained him while he was receiving treatment in a clinic.

It's unclear if he would have access to insulin after being sent to El Salvador.

#BringThemBack
Missing Poster: Aldo Colmenárez Abreu #BringThemBack A picture of a man and his young daughter Venezuelan, ≈ 40 years old Having worked as a veterinarian in Venezuela, Aldo Colmenárez Abreu wished to do the same in the US. After legally entering the country in early January 2025, he began studying veterinary medicine at UCLA. Sent to CECOT without trial.
June 17, 2025 at 12:15 AM