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France Bans Vigilante Group Targeting Migrants in Calais

1/15/2026

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French Interior Minister Laurent Nunez banned ten anti-migrant vigilantes linked to Raise the Colours for violent actions against migrants in Calais.
The group, led by Daniel Thomas, has harassed migrants and damaged boats.
Thomas said the ban would not deter their efforts.
Raise the Colours called the ban disgraceful and claimed it would prevent British citizens from acting against illegal immigration.

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French Interior Minister Laurent Nunez banned ten anti-migrant vigilantes linked to Raise the Colours for violent actions against migrants in Calais.
The group, led by Daniel Thomas, has harassed migrants and damaged boats.
Thomas said the ban would not deter their efforts.
Raise the Colours called the ban disgraceful and claimed it would prevent British citizens from acting against illegal immigration.