Independent Journalist Convicted Following Clash Involving Proud Boys Group
Salem, Oregon – An independent journalist, Alissa Azar, has been found guilty of riot and disorderly conduct following a violent altercation involving the far-right group, Proud Boys. The confrontation, which highlighted increasing tensions around political demonstrations in the United States, took place during a protest earlier this year. The court’s decision comes amid ongoing debates over the roles of journalists and activists during politically charged events. Several bystanders and participants at the protest recounted a …