Staff Reports
After an intense multi-day trial, a jury has found the defendants in journalist Andy Ngo’s case against Rose City Antifa not liable for all claims. Ngo, who was brutally beaten by Antifa members while undercover in Portland, sought damages in a lawsuit accusing the defendants of assault, battery, theft, and intentional infliction of emotional distress. It is outrageous that these thugs have been let off the hook for their violent actions. Antifa has a well-documented history of violence and should be held accountable for their actions. But instead, the defense attorney defended Antifa and attacked Ngo’s credibility as a journalist. This is just part of the left’s ongoing attempt to silence conservative voices and cover up the dangerous activities of Antifa.
Throughout the trial, there were concerning safety issues. The jurors raised concerns about being “doxxed,” or having their personal information made public. This is a clear intimidation tactic by Antifa sympathizers who want to silence anyone who dares to hold them accountable. It is disgraceful that people would stoop so low to infringe on the safety and privacy of these jurors. And it is a shame that the judge had to ban the public and non-credentialed press from the courtroom due to disruptions and security issues. This trial should have been transparent and open to the public so that they can see the truth about Antifa.
The Jury's Verdict in Andy Ngo's Case Against Antifa Sends Shockwaves https://t.co/FwnsSrAeMW
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Even outside the courtroom, Antifa continued their harassment of Ngo and his colleague, Katie Daviscourt. They were threatened and verbally attacked by Antifa associates. This behavior is unacceptable and should not be tolerated in a civilized society. It is clear that Antifa is nothing more than a violent mob that seeks to silence anyone who disagrees with their radical agenda. The fact that they have supporters who are willing to go to such lengths to intimidate and harm journalists is deeply troubling.
It is also worth noting the disturbing testimony from one of the defendants, John Colin Hacker. He admitted to assaulting Ngo and apologized for his actions. But he also claimed to be a social justice activist and citizen journalist who has a “skillset” for identifying right-wingers. This is the kind of dangerous ideology that Antifa promotes – labeling anyone who disagrees with them as a “right-winger” and then targeting them for harassment and violence. It is a blatant attack on free speech and a violation of our democratic values.
Overall, this verdict is a travesty of justice. Antifa should be held accountable for their violent actions, and journalists like Andy Ngo should be able to do their job without fear of physical harm. It is important for the public to see the truth about Antifa and the danger they pose to our society. We cannot let this kind of extremism go unchecked.
