As a police commander I saw similar rallies, and I also saw that for every Nazi there were a hundred Floridians there to stand up for what's right."Sen. McKenzie King, who's from Texas, said the right to an abortion was something that let her family make a hard decision that ultimately let them succeed, she said. McKenna Schueler Antisemitic protesters from the Goyim Defense League (GDL) harassed Jewish people at the entrance of the Chabad in Orlando, new video footage posted on social media on Wednesday showed. PERTH AMBOY, N.J. (WCBS) - Students at a New Jersey high school walked out of class to demand a safer school environment after an 11-year-old boy was stabbed, allegedly by another student. Mayor Buddy Dyer tweeted: "Anti-Semitism and hatred are not welcome in this community. dharris@orlandosentinel.com and krice@orlandosentinel.com. The teachers are screaming. Videos . By properly interpreting the Constitution, the Dobbs majority has restored the people's role in our republic and a sense of hope that every life counts. Parents, students and teachers gathered again Monday night outside City Hall to make their frustrations known. Orange County in central Florida is home to the nation's biggest theme park resorts. Despite displays of hate in Central Florida this weekend, our collective commitment to building an inclusive, compassionate community for all is stronger than ever."Rep. UPDATED 9:52 AM ET Jul. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel). At least two gatherings were . Hes made it harder to protest and harder to vote. Every single day after lunch is when it most often happens. Ron DeSantis has ALWAYS condemned anti-Semitic attacks & hatred, and he always will. 'We're not shutting up.' But if it doesnt happen this way, its not going to happen ever.. All rights reserved. Hundreds of high schoolers walked out of class Monday morning and marched to Samuel Shull Middle School. Ron DeSantis remained silent until Monday afternoon, when he responded to a question about the rallies with a tirade against his political enemies. The demonstrations took place a week after antisemitic flyers were distributed to hundreds of homes in two South Florida cities with large Jewish populations. We've heard from the professors this has impacted, and I really haven't heard from the students that this affects. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. ORLANDO MAYOR DDBUY ERDY TWEETED, "ANTI-SEMITISM AND HATRED ARE NOT WELCOME IN THIS COMMUNITY." Expand. The protests are planned at more than a dozen airports across the United States to call for changes in working conditions. "The group, assembled on public property, was reported by witnesses to be wearing clothing with 'Nazi' insignia and yelling profanities and anti-Semitic slurs at vehicles passing by," a release from OCSO stated. "The group, assembled on public property, was reported by witnesses to be wearing clothing with 'Nazi' insignia and yelling profanities and anti-Semitic slurs at vehicles passing by," a release from OCSO stated. To help difuse tension, Chief Rolon was joined by Orange County Sheriff John Mina in takinga kneewith the protesters outside of the OPD headquarters to talk about outrage caused by Floyd's death. Ron DeSantis had not released a statement condemning the rallies.DeSantis Press Secretary Christina Pushaw responded: "Gov. Anti-protest bill passes in Florida Senate on party lines, even after emotional testimony from Black lawmakers By Dara Kam, NSF on Wed, Apr 14, 2021 at 1:00 am Send a News Tip 2023, Hearst Television Inc. on behalf of WESH-TV. Her comments drew widespread condemnation from elected officials as well as a prominent South Florida . Social media rumors circulated the day prior alleging the now-former Minneapolis police officer charged with killing Floyd owned a. Im so grateful for that decision but I also know that this is a long fight theres not easy fix to protect abortion access in this country or in Florida, said Anna Eskamani, Orlando representative and former Planned Parenthood senior director. If you go the long way, all the kids start running, and some kids fall. Dozens of police officers in riot gear lined the entrance of the police headquarters, separated from the protesters bymetal barricades. (Orlando Sentinel - Exclusive). Across America, weve seen a heartbreaking & disgusting rise in hate like this. But America beat their disturbing ideology before and we'll do it again. NEWS OF THE RALLIES SET OFF A CASCADE OF REACTNSIO ON SOCIAL MEDIA. Republican U.S. Sen. Rick Scott, Democratic Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and other elected leaders issued statements declaring that antisemitism and hatred have no place in Florida. Ron DeSantis . He said Florida law enforcement agencies were trying to determine who the demonstrators were because they violated state law by hanging banners from overpasses. Several Florida lawmakers spoke out after Friday's ruling, including Governor Ron DeSantis, who said the "prayers of millions upon millions of Americans" have been answered. "It's scary, as a woman, to realize that if something is done against your will, you're still going to be held responsible for that, potentially," one person told FOX 35 News. For nearly fifty years, the U.S. Supreme Court has prohibited virtually any meaningful pro-life protection, but this was not grounded in the text, history or structure of the Constitution. Orange County Sheriff John Mina said any reports of criminal activity by the group would be investigated by his agency. The school district noted in a news release that the stabbing did not happen on school grounds. (Katie Rice/Orlando Sentinel). Earlier this month, the UCF student government also passed a resolution opposing Floridas Stop WOKE Act, arguing that it restricts academic freedom. Orlando Sentinel. ", Commissioner of Agriculture and Consumer Services Nikki Fried called the Supreme Court's ruling "a tragic day for women in America" while Florida Senator Rick Scott tweeted "Today #LifeWins!". (Javad Parsa) COPENHAGEN, Denmark (AP) Norway's energy minister on Wednesday canceled a trip to the U.K. because of a protest against a wind . 2023, Hearst Television Inc. on behalf of WESH-TV. He released the following statement: "The prayers of millions have been answered. One video posted to Twitter showed members of the group doing the Nazi salute and shouting anti-Semitic slurs at drivers. Students say they want the superintendent, the Board of Education and the mayor to hear their cries. In a statement, the Orange County Sheriff's Office said it received a call about 12:15 p.m. Saturday demonstrators gathered near Alafaya Trail and Waterford Lakes Parkway were yelling . Be the first to know with email alerts on important breaking stories from the Orlando Sentinel newsroom. Check out The Morning News to get the latest news, weather and traffic in Central Florida. That law, passed shortly after thousands of Florida teachers organized the nations first statewide teachers' strike in 1968, prohibits public sector workers, including teachers and higher education faculty, from striking or walking off the job. WESH 2 NEWS HAS BLURRED THE SWASTIKAS AND URSLS ON THEIR BANNERS. The 11-year-old accused of stabbing him was arrested on juvenile delinquency charges. Ron DeSantis has been relentless in his attacks on Floridas education system, creating hostile classroom environments that target Black, brown, Hispanic, and LGBTQ+ students for simply existing, Maxwell Frost, Orlandos newly elected Congressman, told Teen Vogue magazine (which has emerged in recent years as a purveyor of political and news reportage alongside its fashion coverage) about todays demonstration. Ron DeSantis, violates Floridas constitution. Hes making sure our history isnt getting taught. Hes expected to file a written order blocking it this week. Demonstrators protest the unrest in Cuba as they block the major intersection of Curry Ford Road and Semoran Boulevard in Orlando on Tuesday, July 13, 2021. ORLANDO, Fla. Pro-choice supporters started off Independence Day at the Orange County Courthouse holding up signs and chanting my body, my choice.. One of Floridas faculty unions, however, cautioned faculty against joining the walkout today, at least if they were scheduled to teach. Previously worked as a news anchor for WMNF in Tampa and a freelance journalist with works published in In These Times, Strikewave, Creative Loafing Tampa Bay, and Facing South Scroll to read more Florida News articles, But here are some of the recent lowlights, cautioned faculty against joining the walkout. By Copyright 2023 ClickOrlando.com is managed by Graham Digital and published by Graham Media Group, a division of Graham Holdings. "To suggest otherwise is just plain wrong.". Ezzy worked at WFOR CBS4 in South Florida and KBMT in Beaumont, Texas, where she covered Hurricane Harvey in 2017. By clicking Sign Up, I confirmthat I have read and agreeto the Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. Ron DeSantis is wreaking on Florida schools: Orlando Weekly Daily newsletter. "RS HER COMMENTS SPARKED A FLOOD OF CRITICISM, AND AFTER INVESTIGATORS CONFIRMED THE DEMONSTRATORS WERE MEMBERS OF THE NATIONAL SOCIALIST MOVEMTEN PUSHAW DELETED HER TWE.ET IN AN EMAIL TO WESH 2 NEWS MONDAY, PUSHAW SAID INACCUTERA CONCLUSIONS WERE DRAWN FROM HER STATEMENTS AND SHE WROTE, "NAZI IMAGERY AND HATE SPEECH, WHOEVER IS USING IT, IS NEVER ACCEPTABLE. In a previous joint statement, the police, city and Board of Education said they condemn and will not tolerate acts of violence against any community members, especially our children.. The protest in Chisinau was organized by a group calling itself Movement for the People and supported by members of Moldovas Russia-friendly Shor Party, which holds six seats in the countrys 101-seat legislature. "The Orange County Sheriff's Office deplores hate speech in any form, but people have the First Amendment right to demonstrate," a release stated. "Today, one of our primary concerns is vandalism to our local businesses," said Orlando Police Chief Orlando Rolon, during an afternoon news conference, where he addressed looting near the Mall at Millenia and announced a curfew. Protestors said they dont think any government should be able to tell people to put something in their body. Smailyn is out of the intensive care unit and in stable condition, according to his family. A second gathering was reported at the Daryl Carter Parkway overpass on I-4. Gov. Were standing up against this, said Olivia Solomon, a student organizer with UCFs March for Our Lives chapter, who helped organize the UCF walkout Thursday. "These arent 'genuine questions.' . The demonstrators, wearing Nazi garb, protested at an intersection near the University of Central Florida on Saturday and on a highway overpass on Sunday. A video posted on social media shows a Florida Highway Patrol trooper using a bullhorn to tell protesters. The walkout, which is . Frustrated students cried themselves hoarse blaming the stabbing of the fifth grader on the school districts alleged inaction against violence. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel) (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel). UCF cannot stand by and even though theyre afraid, too they cant just bow to our governor, said Solomon. In the free state of Florida, participation by on-duty faculty could lead to their termination. "This hatred has no place in our society.". Pushaw said those calling on DeSantis to condemn the rallies aren't coming from a place of good faith. Another group gathered at Lake Eola on Sunday and threatened a recall effort against the Orange County mayor. Despite the turnout on Monday, pro-life supporters also came out to spread their message. After immigrating to the United States as young adults, they said it was important to them to use their freedom to speak out against the Cuban regime in support of those in Cuba who are putting themselves at risk to do the same. RELATED:Orlando police officers clear protesters off State Road 408, reopen lanes. Local Democratic lawmakers said they were appalled by the demonstrations and urged Republican Gov. Demonstrators protest the unrest in Cuba as they block the major intersection of Curry Ford Road and Semoran Boulevard in Orlando on Tuesday, July 13, 2021. Floridas new abortion law went into effect on July 1, which bans most abortions at 15 weeks, though Judge John C. Cooper of the Second Judicial Circuit Court in Tallahassee ruled the law is unconstitutional. Ron DeSantis signs into law a bill stripping Disney of its longtime self-governing status in the state, his new book reveals he warned the entertainment giant about its political . ORLANDO, Fla. - People gathered outside Orlando City Hall in downtown Orlando on Saturday in protest of the U.S. Supreme Court's decision on Friday to overturn the landmark 1973 Roe v. Wade. As the COVID-19 delta variant was surging, the mayor announced the vaccine would be required for employees by the end of September. Across America, weve seen a heartbreaking & disgusting rise in hate like this. Many demonstrators were Cuban immigrants or first-generation Cuban-Americans who took to the streets for friends and family members who are still on the island. Rick Scott tweeted: "The hateful & anti-Semitic demonstrations reported in Florida today have no place in our state. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando. Firefighters and other employees gathered Saturday in downtown Orlando to. Thats what were out here about. Thousands of protesters returned to Moldova's capital Tuesday to demand that the country'snew pro-Western governmentfully subsidize citizens' winter energy bills amid skyrocketing inflation. Were fighting for our faculty, for our education, and for the rights of trans students., Great turn out and speakers today at @UCF rally against DeSantis and his attacks on education pic.twitter.com/zU8z6RMojv, Policies recently enacted by the state, including the Stop WOKE Act restricting classroom discussion on racism and other race-related concepts and the Parental Rights in Education bill restricting classroom discussion on sexuality and gender identity in K-12 classes have chilled teachers and faculty in Florida schools, creating an environment of confusion, fear and frustration among educators and students alike. The ruling stripped away womens constitutional protections for abortion, a fundamental and deeply personal change for Americans lives after nearly a half-century under Roe v. Wade. Copyright 2023 The Associated Press. One person was arrested for unlawful assembly, an Orlando police spokesperson said. (WFTV). "My mom had an abortion in college, and it was the only reason she got to finish college with us, and my sister probably wouldn't be able to have the family that we have, if it wasn't for abortion," King said. This is our Florida. After officers guided protesters back to the sidewalk, Police Chief Orlando Roln took the microphone at a stage outside Sedanos and asked those assembled for their cooperation. It was a very different scene from 24 hours earlier when officers and protesters clashed on Saturday evening along Orange Avenue after demonstrators were seen throwing water bottles at officers and setting off fireworks. A FIGHT THAT BROKE OUT IS ALSO BEING INVESTIG, Law enforcement and politicians are speaking out after multiple anti-Semitic rallies were seen in Central Florida over the weekend. All rights reserved. The former officer was seenkneeling on Floyd's neck as he struggled to breathe, Derek Chauvin,is in custody. No injuries were reported. Ron DeSantis though vowed to appeal the ruling during a stop in Central Florida last week. The American Association of University Professors, a nonprofit membership association, has called DeSantis attacks on diversity programs extremely dangerous.. Subscribe now and dont miss a thing. "At one point, a physical fight ensued between a passerby and several of the demonstrators. Parents say the district rarely notifies them about acts of violence and that their calls for metal detectors and backpack searches have fallen on deaf ears. The union said in a statement, shared with Students for Freedom, that it was thrilled to support the statewide walkout organized by Stand for Freedom, Dream Defenders and the Florida College Democrats. "It was . Copyright 2023 WCBS via CNN Newsource. T'Yonna Major, the 9-year old girl who was killed during a series of shootings in Orlando, Florida last week. About 9 p.m. Tuesday, crowds of protesters were still standing on the expressway. IT IS SILYMP RIDULICOUS TO SUGGEST THAT THE GOVERNOR TOLERATES EXTREMISTS BECAUSE HE DIDNT IMMEDIATELY TAKE TO TWITTER SUNDAY TO ISSUE A FORMAL CONDEMNATION." According to Florida Highway Patrol, FHP troopers disbanded the gathering. AMANDA: THESE ARE PHOTOS OF ONE OF AT LEAST TWO ANTI-SEMITIC RALLIES IN CENTRAL FLORIDAHIS T PAST WEEKEND. From our partners at Spectrum News 13, protesters block Semoran Boulevard in a show of solidarity with those protesting in Cuba. Orlando mayor, Orange County sheriff condemn hateful demonstrations ORLANDO, Fla. - More than a dozen self-proclaimed Nazis yelled antisemitic slogans outside a Central Florida shopping plaza. The video has racked up more than 2.7 million views so far. "So what I'm going to say is these people, these Democrats who are trying to use this as some type of . While it is not clear what will happen to the person arrested in Orlando, language of the new law requires a person arrested for unlawful assembly to be held in custody until first appearance., From our partners at Spectrum News 13, protesters block part of Semoran Boulevard on Tuesday night - demonstrating in solidarity with those protesting in Cuba. could be heard. Faculty all across the country affiliated with the American Council of Learned Societies have signed statements in solidarity with their colleagues in Florida. As a historian, Im in heaven right now, Paul Ortiz, a University of Florida professor whos president of his UFF chapter, told the Tampa Bay Times. I am confident that Florida law enforcement will respond appropriately and justice will be served to any protester who violates the law.". And I think we need to hear from you, because there are lawmakers in Tallahassee who seem to think that you all have fragile minds, and you can't think for yourself.. Its a dirty political smear attempt, and people who say things like this arent fooling anyone. Authorities from the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles and the Florida Highway Patrol said in a statement that they and sheriff's deputies had disbanded the group on the overpass Sunday. Val Demmings wrote: "Yesterday neo-Nazis rallied in Orlando. Gov. The hundreds who had assembled at Lake Eola then proceededto City Hall before continuing down South Street to theOrlando Police Department's headquarters. Florida lighthouse lit for the first time after Hurricane Ian, New Hope for Kids scholarship awards $32K to students dealing with grief, The Science of It: The Future of Space Food, Orange County Schools superintendent speaks on creating safer school environments. Gov. Demonstrations in South Florida and Tampa blocked highways for hours on Tuesday afternoon. McGrath reported from Sighisoara, Romania. Abortion rights supporters protest in Orlando on Fourth of July Florida judge ruled new abortion law unconstitutional Pro-choice supporters started off Independence Day at the Orange County. Change. The Orlando protest movement erupted in earnest on May 29. DeSantis Press Secretary Christina Pushaw responded: "Gov. ORLANDO, Fla. - "Hands up! Ezzy Castro is a multimedia journalist on News 6's morning team who has a passion for telling the stories of the people in the Central Florida community. Ron DeSantis went on the offensive Thursday afternoon in support of Florida's 15-week abortion ban hours after ruled he would block the restriction on reproductive rights in the state. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission. Being quiet no longer works. From Lake Eola, they marched to Orlando City Hall, then onto Orlando Police Headquarters along South Street. Democratic candidate Val Demings was in Orlando on Saturday speaking with members of the AFL-CIO, which is the largest federation of unions in the United States. SEN. RICK SCOTT TWEETED,TH "E HATEFUL & ANTI-SEMITIC DEMONSTRATIONS REPORTED IN FLORIDA TODAY HAVE NO PLACE IN OUR STATE." Hundreds of high schoolers walked out of class Monday morning and marched to Samuel Shull Middle School. You know what they say about history repeating itself. Hearst Television participates in various affiliate marketing programs, which means we may get paid commissions on editorially chosen products purchased through our links to retailer sites. At least two gatherings were reported.According to the Orange County Sheriff's Office, deputies were called to the area of Alafaya Trail and Waterford Lakes Parkway around noon Saturday, where a group of about 20 demonstrators had gathered. Kids are getting jumped, fights every day, knives every day, Deleon said. Firefighters and other employees gathered Saturday in downtown Orlando to protest the mandate. DeSantis has also threated to fine local government for requiring vaccines with up to $5,000 for each incident. As a police commander I saw similar rallies, and I also saw that for every Nazi there were a hundred Floridians there to stand up for what's right. It's hard to keep up with the cultivated chaos Gov. 2023 Cox Media Group. 2023 FOX Television Stations, from WED 3:26 AM EST until WED 9:00 AM EST, Orange County, Osceola County, Florida lawmakers spoke out after Friday's ruling, Florida man high on meth gets life for DUI crash that killed 2 girls, grandfather, Wreckage of US Navy submarine from World War II found off Japans coast, Affidavit details moments around deadly shootings of Orlando journalist, 9-year-old girl, Iran rattled over suspected poisoning of hundreds of schoolgirls, Train carrying propane derails in Manatee County, but no leaks detected: officials, Video shows moment deputies say Florida teacher's aide is knocked unconscious by student upset she took Switch, Cold front to drop temps into the 40s, 50s after sizzling week in Central Florida, Cheerleader competes alone at state champs after squad quits: It felt amazing, Lakefront chaos: Man on jet ski arrested for allegedly slapping 68-year-old woman, Matanzas High student to be charged as adult in attack against teacher's aid: court docs. Demonstrators waved Moldovan flags and honked horns, with many calling for the country's president to step down. No racist police!" The protestors said they are getting ready to gather signatures and have already gained support online. "The Orange County Sheriff's Office deplores hate speech in any form, but people have the First Amendment right to demonstrate," a release stated.A second gathering was reported at the Daryl Carter Parkway overpass on I-4.Pictures on social media show an anti-Semitic banner and swastika displayed on the overpass.According to Florida Highway Patrol, FHP troopers disbanded the gathering. The group gathered near the bandshell at Lake Eola walked around with signs and messages against vaccine mandates, and in support of recalling Mayor Jerry Demings. On Feb. 13, President Sandu outlined what she claimed was an alleged plot by Moscow to overthrow the government in order to put the nation at the disposal of Russia, and to derail it from its course to one day join the 27-nation E.U. READ: Firefighters protest against Orange County vaccine mandate. She cited the example of a Republican group opposed to former President Donald Trump that said it was responsible for five people appearing with tiki torches at a Charlottesville, Virginia, stop for the GOP candidate for governor. shouted protesters marching through Downtown Orlando on Sunday, the second straight day of demonstrations in the city over the killing of George Floyd by a police officer in Minnesota. They demand action. Video: Vaccine mandate protesters prepare for recall effort against Orange County mayor The protestors said they are getting ready to gather signatures and have already gained support online.