Houston-area Labor Day protests planned as part of nationwide ‘Workers Over Billionaires’ demonstrations

Events are scheduled to take place across the Houston region and elsewhere in Texas. The pro-worker demonstrations are part of a nationwide effort called May Day Strong, which includes hundreds of planned pro-democracy protests.

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The Harris County District Attorney’s office has dismissed criminal charges against eight protesters who were arrested earlier this year after they agreed to write essays about how to legally fight for social change. 

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Houston protestors required to write essays to dismiss charges as part of agreement with DA

The eight protesters were arrested March 10 during an environmental justice demonstration during the annual CERAWeek energy industry conference in downtown Houston. They were charged with obstructing a public roadway.

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Houston residents participate in ‘Good Trouble Lives On’ protest at city hall

Around 100 demonstrators marched from Houston City Hall to Discovery Green and back in opposition of President Donald Trump and his policies, among other issues.

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“Good Trouble Lives On” protests in the Houston area are scheduled to correspond with nationwide demonstrations Thursday in opposition of President Donald Trump and his policies. 

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‘Good Trouble Lives On’ protests across Houston area scheduled for Thursday

The protests will mark the third time this year that Houston-area residents participate in nationwide demonstrations against the Trump administration. 

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Thousands of people gathered outside Houston City Hall on Saturday to protest what organizers described as authoritarian threats to democracy, marking President Donald Trump’s 79th birthday with a rally they called “No Kings Day.”

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‘No Kings’ protests: Thousands gather throughout Houston area to oppose Trump administration

An estimated crowd of 15,000 gathered outside Houston City Hall on Saturday for a demonstration against President Donald Trump and his policies. Similar protests were held around the region.

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Thousands expected to protest across Texas against Trump’s immigration policies

More than 60 rallies are planned across Texas in a nationwide protest targeting the Trump administration.

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Civil rights group FIEL Houston plans Friday night protest in response to recent ICE arrests

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has detained multiple people this week at an immigration courthouse in Houston.

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Mayor Whitmire rebuffs Republican Congressman’s letter claiming ‘riots’ are planned in Houston

U.S. Rep. Wesley Hunt expressed concerns in a letter to Houston-area officials that protests planned for this weekend could lead to “mass destruction.” Mayor John Whitmire called the letter “not relevant.”

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Hundreds gather in Houston and San Antonio to protest immigration crackdowns in workplaces, courthouses

The protests in Texas followed days of unrest in Los Angeles, where President Donald Trump sent National Guard troops in response to demonstrations.

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