Trans Norwegian politician wants to give asylum to transgender people fleeing Trump's policiesThe Green Party candidate advocates for asylum for U.S. transgender individuals fleeing anti-trans policies under Trump.
Trump waging sickening' psychological war, deported Venezuelan's lawyer saysThe Trump administration's policy has drawn fierce criticism for its treatment of Venezuelan asylum seekers, accused of psychological warfare against them.
Gay Russo-Belarusian couple seeks asylum in Bulgaria DW 10/26/2024Andrei and Alex face persecution due to their LGBTQ+ identities and political beliefs, seeking asylum in Bulgaria amid rising threats.
Trans Norwegian politician wants to give asylum to transgender people fleeing Trump's policiesThe Green Party candidate advocates for asylum for U.S. transgender individuals fleeing anti-trans policies under Trump.
Trump waging sickening' psychological war, deported Venezuelan's lawyer saysThe Trump administration's policy has drawn fierce criticism for its treatment of Venezuelan asylum seekers, accused of psychological warfare against them.
Gay Russo-Belarusian couple seeks asylum in Bulgaria DW 10/26/2024Andrei and Alex face persecution due to their LGBTQ+ identities and political beliefs, seeking asylum in Bulgaria amid rising threats.
This will backfire': Le Pen allies hit out at Paris court's 2027 election ban verdictMarine Le Pen's conviction could galvanize her supporters and escalate political division ahead of France's 2027 presidential election.
'We will be watching': Kremlin warns France as Telegram's billionaire founder was charged in ParisKremlin warns France against politicizing Pavel Durov's arrest, emphasizing his Russian citizenship and calling for non-political handling of the case.
This will backfire': Le Pen allies hit out at Paris court's 2027 election ban verdictMarine Le Pen's conviction could galvanize her supporters and escalate political division ahead of France's 2027 presidential election.
'We will be watching': Kremlin warns France as Telegram's billionaire founder was charged in ParisKremlin warns France against politicizing Pavel Durov's arrest, emphasizing his Russian citizenship and calling for non-political handling of the case.
When America Persecutes Its TeachersJulius Hlavaty's testimony before McCarthy underscores the political persecution faced by educators during the Red Scare.
Have you no sense of decency, sir?' Joe McCarthy and the road to TrumpJoseph Nye Welch's powerful question to McCarthy marked a significant turning point in American history, signaling the decline of McCarthyism.
How to survive the broligarchy: 20 lessons for the post-truth world | Carole CadwalladrTrump's appointments signal an intent to undermine democracy and promote authoritarian values.Journalists face the first wave of attacks under Trump's regime, with potential consequences for all dissenters.Empowering individuals and institutions is critical to resist authoritarianism.
When America Persecutes Its TeachersJulius Hlavaty's testimony before McCarthy underscores the political persecution faced by educators during the Red Scare.
Have you no sense of decency, sir?' Joe McCarthy and the road to TrumpJoseph Nye Welch's powerful question to McCarthy marked a significant turning point in American history, signaling the decline of McCarthyism.
How to survive the broligarchy: 20 lessons for the post-truth world | Carole CadwalladrTrump's appointments signal an intent to undermine democracy and promote authoritarian values.Journalists face the first wave of attacks under Trump's regime, with potential consequences for all dissenters.Empowering individuals and institutions is critical to resist authoritarianism.
Brazil: Jair Bolsonaro deplores Lula coup plot charges DW 02/20/2025Bolsonaro is accused of orchestrating a coup and conspiring to kill current officials, claiming these allegations are politically motivated.
What America's Muslims can teach you about resisting political oppressionThe Muslim American experience post-9/11 offers lessons on resilience against government overreach that may be relevant during Trump's second term.
Project Esther: A Trumpian blueprint to crush anticolonial resistanceTrump's presidency is likely to bolster the persecution of anti-Zionist activists and intensify support for Israel's actions.
Salivating!' Former WaPo Editor Says Trump Team Can't Wait to Use Toolbox' of Methods to Hurt, Undermine, Prosecute' The PressThe Trump administration poses a significant threat to press freedom, utilizing various strategies to silence dissenting journalism.
What America's Muslims can teach you about resisting political oppressionThe Muslim American experience post-9/11 offers lessons on resilience against government overreach that may be relevant during Trump's second term.
Project Esther: A Trumpian blueprint to crush anticolonial resistanceTrump's presidency is likely to bolster the persecution of anti-Zionist activists and intensify support for Israel's actions.
Salivating!' Former WaPo Editor Says Trump Team Can't Wait to Use Toolbox' of Methods to Hurt, Undermine, Prosecute' The PressThe Trump administration poses a significant threat to press freedom, utilizing various strategies to silence dissenting journalism.
Bannon Accuses Manhattan D.A. of Being Vindictive' in Fraud CaseStephen K. Bannon employs similar legal tactics as Trump, alleging political persecution ahead of his fraud trial.
Trump Commutes Sentence of Stewart Rhodes, Oath Keepers FounderStewart Rhodes' clemency from Trump highlights the intersection of political narratives and legal consequences among January 6 insurgents.
Trump has an idea for unity: stop all his trialsTrump wants criminal trials dropped after an assassination attempt for unity.
Trump Commutes Sentence of Stewart Rhodes, Oath Keepers FounderStewart Rhodes' clemency from Trump highlights the intersection of political narratives and legal consequences among January 6 insurgents.
Trump has an idea for unity: stop all his trialsTrump wants criminal trials dropped after an assassination attempt for unity.
Biden, Who Just Issued a Host of Preemptive Pardons, Vowed in 2020 His Administration Wouldn't Operate That WayBiden's recent pardons reflect a significant shift in perspective on political persecution compared to his views in 2020.
Russian man arrested for running LGBTQ+ travel agency dies in police custodyAndrei Kotov, director of an LGBTQ+ travel agency, was found dead in custody, raising concerns over human rights abuses in Russia.
WikiLeaks' Julian Assange Says He Pleaded Guilty to Journalism' in Order to Be FreedJulian Assange claims his release is due to his guilty plea for journalism-related actions.
Philippines Drops Charges Against Leila de Lima, Prominent Duterte CriticLeila de Lima, a former senator in the Philippines, was cleared of charges related to criticizing President Duterte's war on drugs after six years of detention.
Russia court orders arrest of Navalny's widow, Yulia Navalnaya, in absentiaYulia Navalnaya faces imprisonment if she returns to Russia, accused of participating in an extremist group.
Russian man arrested for running LGBTQ+ travel agency dies in police custodyAndrei Kotov, director of an LGBTQ+ travel agency, was found dead in custody, raising concerns over human rights abuses in Russia.
WikiLeaks' Julian Assange Says He Pleaded Guilty to Journalism' in Order to Be FreedJulian Assange claims his release is due to his guilty plea for journalism-related actions.
Philippines Drops Charges Against Leila de Lima, Prominent Duterte CriticLeila de Lima, a former senator in the Philippines, was cleared of charges related to criticizing President Duterte's war on drugs after six years of detention.
Russia court orders arrest of Navalny's widow, Yulia Navalnaya, in absentiaYulia Navalnaya faces imprisonment if she returns to Russia, accused of participating in an extremist group.
Rudy Giuliani turns over property to former election workers he defamedGiuliani turned over assets worth $148m to election workers after a defamation judgment; he claims political persecution.
Polymarket FBI raid shows Biden Justice Department has gone full banana republicThe Biden Justice Department is perceived as using the FBI to target political opponents, as illustrated by the raid on Polymarket's CEO.
Adams' indictment 'lawfare': Letters to the Editor - Sept. 30, 2024The indictment against Mayor Adams is perceived as politically motivated, reflecting selective prosecution and intimidation against dissenters.
New California law could reverse outcome in dispute over Nazi-looted PissarroCalifornia introduces a law to override a Ninth Circuit decision allowing a Spanish museum to keep a Nazi-looted painting.Governor Newsom's law aims to ensure California law prevails in Holocaust-related art theft cases.
Chavismo intensifies its judicial persecution against Edmundo Gonzalez UrrutiaThe Venezuelan government escalates its persecution of the opposition, threatening imminent arrest and undermining the political climate following the contested election.
Belarus: Activist fights to stop extradition from Serbia DW 08/28/2024Andrey Gnyot's appeal against extradition to Belarus may be his last hope, as he faces politically motivated charges linked to his activism.
Trump and his allies believe that criminal convictions will work in his favorRepublicans rallied behind Trump amidst legal troubles, viewing him as a victim of political persecution.Trump is leveraging his legal issues to rally support, raise funds, attract media attention, and unify his party.
Trump loyalists follow him from Mar-a-Lago to Manhattan during hush money trialTrump's allies are showing allegiance at his trial, boosting his morale despite facing legal challenges.
Trump and his allies believe that criminal convictions will work in his favorRepublicans rallied behind Trump amidst legal troubles, viewing him as a victim of political persecution.Trump is leveraging his legal issues to rally support, raise funds, attract media attention, and unify his party.
Trump loyalists follow him from Mar-a-Lago to Manhattan during hush money trialTrump's allies are showing allegiance at his trial, boosting his morale despite facing legal challenges.
No one can be above the law': US politicians react to Trump guilty verdictRepublicans condemned Trump's conviction on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records, accusing it of political persecution by Democrats.
Toronto track star wanted to represent Canada at the Olympics. Now he just wants to avoid deportation | CBC NewsTrack athlete Tamarri Lindo risks deportation from Canada despite Olympic dreams.
All the Films Sold at Cannes 2024Cannes Film Market highlights prestigious festival titles such as 'The Seed of the Sacred Fig' and 'The Entertainment System Is Down' with notable distribution deals.
Iranian filmmaker flees to Europe after prison sentence ahead of his Cannes premiereAward-winning Iranian director Mohammad Rasoulof fled to Europe ahead of Cannes Film Festival premiere amid an eight-year prison sentence for making films and signing statements.
The Trump Verdict Is Actually Existing 'Post-Liberalism'Political persecution has unpredictable outcomes, as history's forces spiral out of control.
Review: Robeson' Illuminates a Titanic Artist and ActivistPaul Robeson, an African American singer, actor, and activist, faced political backlash for his advocacy and communist beliefs, impacting his career and leading to the revocation of his U.S. passport.
Director Kirill Serebrennikov talks about war with EuronewsDirector Kirill Serebrennikov, a respected and daring director, faced political persecution in Russia, now residing in Berlin due to his anti-Putin stance and controversial projects.