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Journalist Arrested Livestreaming Protest: Press Freedom at Risk

7/7/2025

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Mario Guevara, a Salvadoran journalist who has called the U.S. home for 21 years, was arrested while livestreaming a protest in Chamblee, Georgia. Facing multiple charges and weeks of detention, his situation ignites fears over press freedom and the looming threat of deportation for journalists. Known for his coverage of immigration raids, Guevara has a strong social media presence.

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Mario Guevara, a Salvadoran journalist who has called the U.S. home for 21 years, was arrested while livestreaming a protest in Chamblee, Georgia. Facing multiple charges and weeks of detention, his situation ignites fears over press freedom and the looming threat of deportation for journalists. Known for his coverage of immigration raids, Guevara has a strong social media presence.