On December 18, 2024, a Tampa jury declared Gabriella Oropesa guilty of conspiracy against rights, with sentencing scheduled for March 19, 2025.

Two FBI agents testified that they identified Oropesa in Winter Haven, where one of the defaced crisis pregnancy centers (anti-abortion centers which masquerade as legitimate abortion clinics) was located. A chief concern regarding this sworn statement is the lack of evidence supporting it; no evidence regarding this matter was referred to over the course of the trial. Furthermore, an inconsistency glossed over by the jury was a testimony by a CAST (Cellular Analysis Survey Team) FBI agent who stated that tracking evidence does not support the conclusion that Oropesa’s phone was present in Winter Haven. This conflicts with statements alleging that the defendant was present at the site of the anti-abortion center.

Given the sentences imposed by the Dishonorable Judge Virginia Covington for the other defendants in this case, it is apparent that these trials are being used to make examples of the activists and to strike fear in other Floridians protesting the state’s draconian abortion regulations.

We at the Anarchist Black Cross South Florida chapter have been involved in supporting the political prisoners in this case since its inception and will continue to aiding Oropesa moving forward. Here is how You can help assist our anti-repression work:

(1) Share this post with your friends, family, and social justice communities.

(2) Research crisis pregnancy centers and their role in manipulating and harming pregnant individuals in their time of need. You may contact us for educational resources in this matter.

(3) Donate to Oropesa’s Venmo @gabygummy in order to assist with legal fees.

(4) Contact us if you are interested in attending Oropesa’s sentencing hearing on March 19, 2025.

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