As the domestic terrorism accusations grow across the United States, from Tesla dealerships to beach artists, I am forced to narrow focus on my fight against outrageous charges in a world sinking further into the mayhem and madness of fascism. The latest RICO hearing in Fulton County Court last week made one thing crystal clear: the state is scrambling to save face. But the accused, like myself among the Stop Cop City / ATL 61 and our supporters across the United States, are watching—and we will not be silenced. |
| I’m taking a quick break to let you know I need real help this month. I estimated I needed $700 to pay my rent, but it is actually $1375. Utilities bills hit me before we left for Atlanta last week. I also want to print a new run of fanzines to sell in my legal defense shop. Any help is appreciated. Until my charges are dropped, it is very hard for me to secure paid work. THANK YOU for being a part of my future. |
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| Judge Farmer wants to push ahead with trials starting in June, severing all the cases from each other and dividing the co-defendants into groups of five. Dozens of people are being railroaded with politically motivated RICO charges for daring to use free speech to protect a forest and the surrounding community against the bloodthirst of carceral capitalism. Last week, the courtroom was packed with lawyers calling out the state’s incompetence and chaosmaking. 🌀 Collective Defense Under Attack Judge Farmer wants every defendant to file their own motions—no sign-ons, no collective filings. He says it’s for “efficiency” but then admits it’s just how his brain works. This is an attempt to splinter a movement. Divide, delay, disorient. But guess what? Solidarity isn’t that easy to shred. I invite you to watch the entire trial on YouTube or browse through the highlights outlined below. |
| 🧾 Discovery Disaster The state dumped 57 gigabytes of new “discovery” on defense counsel. Corrupted files, no timestamps, disorganized—this is standard now. Attorneys raised real concerns about having time to review this mess before filing motions by May 30. Judge Farmer said to hold those extension requests for later. Translation: sink or swim. 📞 Fowler’s Meltdown Prosecutor John Fowler had a courtroom tantrum over defense attorney Matt Bass supposedly calling him “26 times in five minutes.” (Hysterical!) Judge Farmer had to tell him to stop yelling about being gaslit during a procedural hearing. The court laughed. Fowler sulked. Judge Farmer stated, “Your phone will be ringing off the hook, Mr. Fowler. You’d better pick up.” The room erupted into laughter. 💻 Illegal Surveillance Reminder Don Samuels (Marlon Kautz’s lawyer and a L.E.G.E.N.D.) reminded the court that the state illegally viewed and distributed privileged emails among the defendants and even to other agencies. A “taint team” was ordered to fix it—but surprise, they haven’t. And now they are supposed to prep for a June trial? 🧩 Trial Groupings & Power Plays Judge Farmer tried to give the prosecution grouping power, but one defense lawyer pushed back, arguing Farmer had the authority. It’s not resolved yet, but this moment could determine how trials unfold and whether the state gets to shape the narrative. 🛑 Speedy Trial Shuffle Ayla King’s attorney made a confusing argument about their speedy trial motion—it might push their trial date past others. This is more evidence that the court’s schedule is unraveling. 🧠 Gardner Fights for Collective Motions Another defendant’s lawyer, John Gardner, smartly opposed the idea of “individualized motions only.” He moved Farmer to concede: yes, some motions that affect all defendants should be heard before anyone’s tried. This is about the right to a collective defense—especially crucial in a politically targeted case like this. 📅 No Written Orders Yet Farmer talked about setting final deadlines and issuing written orders—but none were confirmed. With more discovery likely coming (yes, more), June trials seem like a fantasy. 🧠 Final Thoughts: This whole thing stinks of repression, confusion, and delay. The state is overwhelmed. The judge is frustrated. The defense is forced to do acrobatics just to get basic information and file motions on time. This isn’t justice—it’s a political circus. Next steps:📅 May 30 – deadline for all defense motions (for now)💾 57 GB of evidence to review⚖️ Possibly more discovery drops incoming🧷 Trials “maybe” in June—but don’t hold your breath Stay ready. Stay loud. The world is watching Atlanta. Thank you for sticking with me. In solidarity and hope, Priscilla (and Comrade Heather) PS: Help demand these bogus charges are dropped! 📞 Call, fax, or email Georgia Attorney General Chris CarrDial +1 (404) 656-8733 and tell him: we won’t let our people be punished for protecting forest life.Email: [email protected]: (404) 657-8733 Script for your communications: “Hello, I am calling to demand that Attorney General Chris Carr drop all charges against the 61 stop cop city RICO defendants. Civil rights and legal experts have widely condemned the charges as baseless and an attack on constitutional rights. I want to remind the Attorney General’s Office how expensive trials like this are for Georgia’s taxpayers (and voters) who elected Chris Carr and do not want to see their tax dollars wasted on prosecuting constitutionally protected activity. Dropping all charges will benefit all parties involved. Many people across the state and the country care about and support the 61 defendants and stand against the criminalization of social movements. The country is watching, and we urge you to drop all charges immediately. Thank you.” |
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