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Far-Right Group Faces Backlash Over Migrant Disruption Efforts

12/1/2025

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Daniel Thomas, known as Danny Tommo, and his associates from the Raise the Colours group traveled to France to disrupt migrant crossings, branding their efforts as "Operation Overlord."
They faced online backlash, with critics labeling them as far-right vigilantes.
The group has been linked to Tommy Robinson and plans to recruit more men.
Raise the Colours publicly distanced itself from illegal actions, saying individuals act on their own initiative.

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Daniel Thomas, known as Danny Tommo, and his associates from the Raise the Colours group traveled to France to disrupt migrant crossings, branding their efforts as "Operation Overlord."
They faced online backlash, with critics labeling them as far-right vigilantes.
The group has been linked to Tommy Robinson and plans to recruit more men.
Raise the Colours publicly distanced itself from illegal actions, saying individuals act on their own initiative.