hunger strike
Over a dozen college students ended their strike outside the White House after Chuck Schumer said the Senate would consider the Freedom to Vote Act soon.
Over 20 young people from Arizona and beyond are camped outside the White House and haven’t eaten in nine days to support the Freedom to Vote act.
“As a young person, I am desperate and I am furious,” one hunger striker said on their eighth day without food as they demand bold legislation on climate change.
The announcement comes two days after Navalny’s physician said his health was deteriorating rapidly.
WHAT'S HAPPENING
He says he's suffering from a lack of medical care and guard-enforced sleep deprivation.
Detainees at Bergen County Jail have described rat infestations, undrinkable water and a high-risk environment for spreading COVID-19.
More than 1,100 coronavirus cases and one death have been reported at the California prison. Infected inmates said they're protesting inhumane conditions.
The U.S. Department of Justice filed orders with federal judges last week that relate to non-consensual hydration or feeding for four men, according to a court official.
Community groups say the detainees sent jail officials a list of their grievances.
Immigration and Customs Enforcement says 11 detainees at the El Paso Processing Center have been refusing food. Detainees and attorneys say it's more.