Federal prosecutors are contesting motions from three activists seeking to overturn their convictions related to an anti-deportation protest in Spokane in June 2025. The activists, Jac Archer, Justice Forral, and Bajun Mavalwalla, were convicted of conspiring to impede federal officers. A hearing is scheduled for November 24 to consider their requests for acquittals or new trials. The Department of Justice argues that their actions were not protected under the First Amendment.
Key facts
- Protest occurred in June 2025, blocking ICE operations for nine hours.
- Activists were convicted in May of conspiring to impede federal officers.
- A hearing is scheduled for November 24 to review their motions.
- Six other defendants pleaded guilty in connection with the protest.
- DOJ argues the protesters' actions were not protected by the First Amendment.
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