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Police Investigate Activist After Controversial Mayor Comment

1/19/2026

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Miami Beach Police Chief Wayne Jones sent detectives to Raquel Pacheco's home after a Facebook comment about Mayor Steven Meiner.
The Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression condemned the action as a First Amendment violation.
Raquel Pacheco, a former Democratic candidate, has been vocal against Meiner, who has faced backlash for attempting to limit pro-Palestinian protests and for actions against a local theater.

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Miami Beach Police Chief Wayne Jones sent detectives to Raquel Pacheco's home after a Facebook comment about Mayor Steven Meiner.
The Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression condemned the action as a First Amendment violation.
Raquel Pacheco, a former Democratic candidate, has been vocal against Meiner, who has faced backlash for attempting to limit pro-Palestinian protests and for actions against a local theater.