💌 Good News from the Resistance, November 30 - December 6, 2025

Welcome to How to Resist, a blueprint for resistance based on nonviolence, mutual aid, and community building for ordinary people who want to save democracy.

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Dear Resisters,

This week, the Trump administration announced an increase in ICE activity in the Twin Cities and New Orleans, sparking a wave of new protests and resistance actions. In New Orleans, marchers braved heavy rain to defend sanctuary principles, and in Minneapolis, activists rallied in 17-degree weather against deportation flights and the targeting of Somali communities. Immigration advocates were also active this week at immigration courts, detention centers, and the sites of raids. In New York, rapid-response networks blocked an ICE raid in Chinatown, students in Maine walked out of class to demand the release of detained classmates, and churches have turned Nativity scenes into bold statements of compassion.

If you know folks in Minneapolis, St. Paul, or New Orleans who are looking for ideas on how to protect their neighbors, send them the following post, which catalogs the various tactics the resistance has been using to challenge, disrupt, and thwart ICE across the country:

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Black Friday this year was about leveraging economic disruption as a tool of anti-authoritarianism. Grassroots groups launched a nationwide boycott to challenge inequality and Trump’s rollback of diversity programs, while global protests targeted Amazon’s ties to ICE and exploitative labor practices. Activists in Portland took aim at Apple for removing an app that warns communities about raids, and campaigns against Avelo Airlines and Spotify are proving that corporations enabling authoritarian policies will face public accountability (and unhappy shareholders!)

The courts delivered a few critical wins this week, and several new big lawsuits are taking on Trump’s tariffs and federal funding. A federal appeals court blocked Trump’s attempt to install a loyalist as U.S. Attorney in New Jersey, reinforcing constitutional checks on executive power. States and advocacy groups filed lawsuits to stop cuts to homelessness funding, SNAP benefits for refugees, and hospital drug discounts—policies designed to cruelly punish the vulnerable. Farmworker unions are suing over wage-slashing rules, and even corporations like Costco are challenging tariffs that bypass legal authority.

Every march, boycott, lawsuit, and creative act is part of a larger ecosystem of resistance. Authoritarianism thrives on isolation and despair; resistance thrives on solidarity and hope. Whether you’re blocking a raid, joining a boycott, or simply talking to your neighbors about what’s at stake, you are part of something much bigger than yourself.

You can read about these stories and many more from this week, below.

I hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday. Take care of yourselves and each other, and we’ll talk again soon.

M–

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America Resists

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New Orleans Protesters Rally Against Trump’s Immigration Crackdown
Over a hundred demonstrators marched through New Orleans in heavy rain to oppose “Swamp Sweep,” a Trump administration operation deploying federal agents to arrest thousands of undocumented immigrants. Organized by local advocacy groups, the protest emphasized solidarity with immigrant communities and condemned raids that have led to detentions without due process. Speakers highlighted immigrants’ vital role in rebuilding the city after Hurricane Katrina and vowed continued resistance, urging residents to confront city officials and defend sanctuary principles.¹ ² ³

New Yorkers Combine Prayer and Protest to Resist ICE Detentions
For six months, two groups have gathered weekly at 26 Federal Plaza in Manhattan to oppose ICE arrests during immigration court hearings. Rise and Resist activists hold silent protests with photos of detainees, while Father Fabian Arias leads a “Jericho walk” prayer procession around the building. Both efforts aim to spotlight what organizers call inhumane and unlawful detentions, sending a clear message that New York stands with immigrant communities and against Trump’s enforcement tactics.⁴

Protest Movement Marks Anniversary of Trump’s Reelection with Call for Action
On the one-year anniversary of Trump’s 2024 reelection, thousands gathered in Washington, D.C., for a protest organized by Refuse Fascism, a coalition committed to removing Trump from power. Demonstrators marched from the Washington Monument to the Capitol, highlighting issues from immigration raids to military strikes abroad. Speakers emphasized solidarity across communities and the need for sustained, organized resistance. Participants framed recent Democratic election wins as proof that persistent activism works, while leaders urged continued mobilization to defend civil rights and challenge authoritarian policies.⁵

Community Groups Protest Trump-Linked Influence on LA Olympics
Dozens of activists and local unions rallied outside LA28’s offices demanding organizers keep ICE and immigration enforcement out of the 2028 Olympics. The protest also called for the resignation of LA28 chair Casey Wasserman after the board added several Trump allies and donors. Critics fear federal security plans, led by Trump’s task force, will intensify raids and surveillance in immigrant communities.⁶

Protesters in New York Thwart ICE Raid
Hundreds of activists in New York City successfully disrupted a planned ICE raid in Chinatown, blocking federal agents before they could leave a garage. The protest, which led to several arrests, reflects growing grassroots opposition to Trump’s aggressive immigration enforcement and highlights the city’s commitment to sanctuary policies. Organizers used rapid-response tactics and community alert systems to mobilize, signaling that New Yorkers will continue to resist raids and protect immigrant neighbors despite escalating federal crackdowns.⁷ ⁸ ⁹ ¹⁰

NYC Protesters Accuse NYPD of Violating Sanctuary Laws During Anti-ICE Rally
Immigration advocates and city officials rallied in Lower Manhattan after clashes between protesters and police during an attempt to block an ICE raid. Demonstrators accused the NYPD of aiding federal agents in violation of New York’s sanctuary city laws, calling for accountability and an end to cooperation with immigration enforcement.¹¹

Church Uses Nativity Scene to Protest ICE Crackdown
St. Susanna Parish in Dedham replaced its traditional Nativity figures with a sign reading “ICE was here” to spotlight Trump’s immigration enforcement. Father Stephen Josoma said the display aims to “hold the mirror up to what’s happening,” as the church works with immigrant families facing deportation risks. The parish has a history of using its Nativity scene for social justice messages, framing this year’s protest as a call for compassion and sanctuary amid harsh federal policies.¹²

Minnesota Protesters Rally Against Deportation Flights and Immigration Crackdown in 17-degree Weather
Over a hundred people gathered outside Minneapolis–St. Paul Airport to protest deportation flights and Trump’s intensified immigration enforcement targeting Somali communities. Organized by local unions, faith leaders, and grassroots groups, the rally condemned mass deportations and raids that activists say violate due process and sow fear. Speakers emphasized solidarity and vowed to resist policies that divide communities, framing the protest as part of a broader movement to defend immigrant rights in Minnesota.¹³

Nationwide Black Friday Boycott Challenges Trump Policies and Inequality
A coalition of grassroots groups launched a week-long “Mass Blackout” economic protest during Black Friday, urging Americans to halt spending to oppose income inequality, corporate influence, and Trump’s rollback of diversity and inclusion programs. The boycott exempted Small Business Saturday to encourage local support and aims to build momentum toward a general strike. Organizers frame the action as a way to leverage economic power against systemic inequities and political agendas, signaling growing resistance through coordinated, nonviolent economic disruption.¹⁴

HIV Activists Block D.C. Streets to Protest Trump’s Cuts to Global AIDS Programs
On World AIDS Day, about 100 activists blocked an intersection near the White House to protest the Trump administration's cuts to HIV prevention funding. Demonstrators displayed banners naming African countries losing support and condemned the administration’s refusal to commemorate World AIDS Day for the first time in 38 years. Organizers accused officials of defying Congress by canceling billions earmarked for PEPFAR, a program credited with saving millions of lives.¹⁵

Ohio Women Travel Overnight to Join D.C. Protest Against Trump
Dozens of women from Ohio spent 36 hours on a bus to attend the “Remove the Regime” protest in Washington, D.C., responding to Trump’s recent sexist remarks and broader attacks on reproductive rights, LGBTQ+ protections, and social safety nets. Organized through grassroots networks and crowdfunding, the action featured Handmaid’s Tale costumes, music performances, and speeches demanding accountability.¹⁶

Maine Students Walk Out to Protest ICE Detentions
More than 500 Portland students marched through the snow to City Hall, demanding the release of two classmates detained by ICE and denouncing Trump’s immigration crackdown. Organized by high school seniors and supported by community leaders, the protest highlighted the students’ commitment to making Maine a safe place for immigrants. Speakers condemned systemic targeting of people of color and called for an end to ICE operations, closing with a singalong of “This Land Is Your Land” as a symbol of solidarity and hope.¹⁷

Washington Community Rallies Against ICE Arrests and Deportations
About 60 people gathered at a busy Yakima, WA intersection to protest escalating ICE actions under Trump’s immigration crackdown. Demonstrators held signs calling for due process and unity, while organizers emphasized protecting families and human rights. The rally also launched the ICE Angels Project to support children affected by deportations.¹⁸

Portland Activists Protest Apple Over Removal of ICE Warning App
Dozens of protesters gathered outside an Apple store in Portland on Black Friday to denounce the company’s removal of ICEBlock, an app that alerts communities to immigration raids. Organized by Indivisible Oregon, the demonstration accused Apple of aiding Trump’s deportation agenda and called the move “corporate censorship.” Activists urged consumers to cancel AppleTV subscriptions until the app is reinstated, framing the protest as a stand for immigrant safety and free speech during heightened enforcement actions.¹⁹

Oregon Community Protests Deportation of 30-year Resident
Dozens gathered at Southridge High School in Beaverton to protest the deportation of Paulino Martin San Pedro, a longtime resident and business owner. Martin’s family described the rushed process and harsh detention conditions, while speakers highlighted the fear gripping local immigrant communities as ICE arrests surge across Oregon. Protesters called on schools and city officials to protect families and ensure transparency, framing the rally as a stand against policies tearing communities apart.²⁰

Oregon Community Protests ICE Arrest Inside Home Depot
About 200 people rallied outside a Home Depot in The Dalles after immigration agents forcibly arrested a customer inside the store, an incident captured on video and widely shared online. Activists condemned the Trump administration’s aggressive tactics and accused local leaders and retailers of failing to protect immigrant communities. Organizers stressed that the arrest, reportedly without a visible warrant, underscores growing fears as ICE operations intensify across Oregon, prompting calls for accountability and solidarity.²¹

Protesters Urge Boycott of Avelo Airline Over ICE Partnership
At Nashville International Airport, activists joined a nationwide campaign urging travelers to boycott Avelo Airlines for partnering with ICE. The Stop Avelo Coalition organized protests in 20 cities during one of the year’s busiest travel weekends, condemning the airline’s role in deportation operations. Demonstrators framed the boycott as a way to hold corporations accountable for aiding Trump’s immigration crackdown and to protect vulnerable communities.

Albany Protesters Demand End to Avelo’s ICE Contract
Activists in Albany joined a nationwide campaign urging Avelo Airlines to terminate its partnership with ICE, citing concerns over human rights and due process. Organized by Indivisible Albany, the protest featured symbolic demonstrations and calls for Albany County to cut ties with the airline. Despite scaling back operations elsewhere, Avelo continues flights from Albany, prompting organizers to vow ongoing resistance until the company ends its role in deportation flights.²²

Global Black Friday Protests Target Amazon’s Practices and ICE Ties
Workers and activists in over 30 countries launched the largest-ever “Make Amazon Pay” campaign on Black Friday, demanding fair wages, safer conditions, and an end to Amazon’s contracts with ICE. Coordinated strikes and rallies spanned warehouses, offices, and public spaces, highlighting concerns over heat-related injuries, union suppression, climate commitments, and AI expansion. Protesters framed Amazon as enabling authoritarian policies and called for corporate accountability, signaling a growing global movement to resist exploitation and surveillance.

Spotify Boycott Launched Over ICE Ads and AI Music
Three progressive groups—Indivisible, Working Families, and 50501 Movement—have launched the “Spotify Unwrapped” boycott campaign, urging users to cancel subscriptions and share protest graphics. The action responds to Spotify airing ICE recruitment ads, promoting AI-generated music, and CEO Daniel Ek’s investment in AI defense technology. Organizers have accused Spotify of aiding Trump’s authoritarian agenda and exploiting artists, framing the boycott as a push for accountability during the platform’s annual Wrapped promotion.²³

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Fighting Back in the Courts

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Court Blocks Trump’s Attempt to Install Ally as Top Prosecutor
A federal appeals court has upheld a ruling disqualifying Alina Habba, Trump’s pick for U.S. Attorney in New Jersey, citing violations of constitutional and statutory appointment processes. Habba, a former personal lawyer to Trump, was installed through a series of unusual DOJ maneuvers after bypassing Senate confirmation. The unanimous decision marks a significant check on Trump’s efforts to place loyalists in key law enforcement roles, reinforcing legal safeguards against executive overreach and signaling continued judicial resistance to unlawful appointments.²⁴

Farmworker Advocates Sue Trump Administration Over Wage-Cutting Rule
A coalition of farmworker unions and justice groups has sued the Trump administration over a new labor rule that lowers wages for foreign-born workers under the H-2A visa program. The rule introduces a two-tier wage system and allows deductions for housing, cutting pay by up to 30% in Georgia and potentially dropping wages below minimum levels in some states. Advocates argue the policy bypassed public input and will depress wages nationwide, while farmworker leaders call it exploitative. The lawsuit seeks to block what they view as an unlawful rollback of worker protections.²⁵

Costco and Dozens of Companies Sue Trump over Tariffs
Costco has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration, joining dozens of companies challenging the legality of tariffs imposed on nearly all imports. The Supreme Court is currently reviewing whether Trump improperly used emergency economic powers to set these duties, with justices signaling skepticism during recent hearings. By taking legal action, Costco—alongside firms like Revlon and Kawasaki—aims to secure refunds if the tariffs are struck down, marking a significant escalation in corporate resistance to policies that have raised costs for businesses and consumers.²⁶

California Sues Trump Administration Over Homelessness Funding Cuts
California, Santa Clara County, San Francisco, and advocacy groups have filed lawsuits against the Trump administration for drastically changing federal homelessness funding rules. The new policy slashes support for permanent housing, prioritizes temporary shelters with strict conditions, and bans funds for diversity, harm reduction, and transgender support. Critics argue these changes defy congressional authority and undermine proven strategies like “housing first.” The lawsuits aim to block what advocates call a politically driven rollback that could force thousands back onto the streets, signaling strong resistance from states and localities to protect vulnerable communities.²⁷

21 States plus D.C. Sue Trump Administration Over SNAP Cuts Targeting Refugees
Twenty-one states and Washington, D.C., have sued the Trump administration to block new USDA guidance that excludes refugees and asylum recipients from SNAP food assistance. The lawsuit argues the policy unlawfully rewrites federal rules and could force states to cut benefits for tens of thousands of lawful residents or face steep financial penalties. Advocates say the changes, tied to Trump’s recent tax law, undermine food security and humanitarian protections. The case reflects growing state-level resistance to sweeping federal efforts to restrict access to essential programs.²⁸

Hospitals Sue Trump Administration Over Drug Discount Program Changes
The American Hospital Association and several health systems have sued the Trump administration to block a pilot program set to begin in January that would alter payment rules under the 340B drug discount program. Designed to help hospitals serve low-income and rural patients, 340B requires drugmakers to provide steep discounts to participating facilities. Hospital groups argue the new pilot would impose severe financial strain on safety-net clinics already under pressure, framing the lawsuit as a critical effort to protect affordable care for vulnerable communities.²⁹

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Featured Organizations

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One of the most powerful things you can do as an individual in this moment is join an organization that is engaged in concrete actions to challenge, disrupt, and protect. This week’s news round-up features the following grassroots organizations that are turning dissent into strategic collective action. Check out these great organizations or find one near you and join today!

Refuse Fascism

Indivisible Oregon

Stop Avelo Coalition

Indivisible

Working Families

50501 Movement

Indivisible Albany

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1. https://www.nola.com/gambit/news/the_latest/protesters-rally-in-new-orleans-as-trump-launches-immigration-sweep/article_7200a346-c73e-42b3-ad5e-242a785e5bdd.html

2. https://www.wwno.org/immigration/2025-12-01/no-ice-no-fear-dozens-protest-in-new-orleans-ahead-of-louisiana-immigration-sweep

3. https://www.nola.com/news/politics/national_politics/border-patrol-protest-new-orleans-immigration-raids/article_85ffb99b-1b86-40b1-a234-2308cb803419.html

4. https://www.amny.com/new-york/new-yorkers-protest-ice-detainees-federal-plaza/

5. https://www.theeagleonline.com/article/2025/12/one-year-anniversary-of-trumps-election-win-memorialized-with-protest

6. https://laist.com/news/community-groups-protest-la-olympics-organizers-over-ice-raids-trump-donors

7. https://time.com/7337578/ice-raid-new-york-mamdani/

8. https://abcnews.go.com/US/protesters-arrested-nyc-ice-related-activity-chinatown/story?id=127968220

9. https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/dec/01/new-york-city-ice-raid

10. https://www.nytimes.com/2025/11/29/nyregion/ice-raids-protests-nyc.html

11. https://www.cbsnews.com/newyork/news/anti-ice-protests-new-york-city-nypd/

12. https://www.boston.com/news/local-news/2025/12/02/ice-was-here-dedham-churchs-nativity-scene-protests-immigration-crackdown/

13. https://minnesotareformer.com/2025/12/03/over-a-hundred-people-rally-against-ice-flights-outside-msp/

14. https://www.clarionledger.com/story/news/2025/11/28/new-mass-economic-blackout-skip-black-friday-shopping-today-work-protest-trump-dei-mississippi/87467765007/

15. https://www.lgbtqnation.com/2025/12/hiv-activists-block-d-c-intersection-to-donald-trumps-cuts-to-life-saving-programs/

16. https://www.salon.com/2025/11/29/this-piggy-wont-be-quiet-they-spent-two-nights-on-a-bus-to-protest-the-president-partner/

17. https://www.pressherald.com/2025/12/03/portland-high-school-students-protest-ice-in-walkout-to-city-hall/

18. https://www.yakimaherald.com/news/local/peaceful-protest-in-downtown-yakima-raises-awareness-of-ice-actions/article_062520c5-e2af-4f6c-abca-e7f2ec8e4541.html

19. https://www.koin.com/news/portland/dozens-protest-apples-removal-of-ice-warning-app-outside-downtown-portland-store/

20. https://www.opb.org/article/2025/11/28/beaverton-protest-deportation-paulino-martin/

21. https://www.oregonlive.com/politics/2025/12/ice-arrest-inside-home-depot-sparks-protest-in-rural-oregon-town.html

22. https://cbs6albany.com/news/local/gallery/protesters-demand-albany-county-end-contract-with-avelo-airlines?photo=4

23. https://consequence.net/2025/12/spotify-unwrapped-boycott-ice-ai/

24. https://www.cnbc.com/2025/12/01/trump-alina-habba-disqualified-appeals-court.html

25. https://www.gpb.org/news/2025/12/01/georgia-farmworker-and-justice-groups-sue-the-trump-adminsitration-over-new-labor

26. https://www.npr.org/2025/12/02/nx-s1-5629011/costco-sues-trump-tariffs-refunds

27. https://calmatters.org/housing/homelessness/2025/12/homelessness-funding-lawsuits/

28. https://www.grocerydive.com/news/states-sue-trump-administration-snap-eligibility-changes/806762/

29. https://www.statnews.com/pharmalot/2025/12/01/hospitals-lawsuit-340b-pilot-trump-pharma/