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Jewish Activists End Hostage Rally, Shift Focus to New Causes

2/3/2026

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Muss Leads Rally

Ellen Muss, a Jewish activist in New York City, led a final Central Park rally for Gaza hostages after the recovery of the last hostage's body.
The gathering of dozens marked the end of a two-year advocacy effort that united the local Jewish community.
Many participants plan to redirect their activism toward other causes.
New grassroots groups emerged from the rallies.

Right

Protesters Demand Freedom

Hundreds protested in New York City against the Iranian regime.
Demonstrators gathered near the Iranian United Nations ambassador's residence to support Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi.
They chanted for freedom at the protest site.
They denounced the theocracy.
Protesters expressed hope that U.S. President Donald Trump would take military action to aid their cause.

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Protesters Challenge Trump

Thousands protested in New York City against U.S. President Donald Trump’s immigration policies after the deaths of Renee Good and Alex Pretti in Minneapolis.
Demonstrators chanted "Abolish ICE!" and "How many more have to die?" at Foley Square.
Protesters later occupied Trump Tower's atrium and read names of victims of ICE actions.
The protests are part of a nationwide "National Shutdown."
Activists targeted Home Depot.

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Muss Leads Rally

Ellen Muss, a Jewish activist in New York City, led a final Central Park rally for Gaza hostages after the recovery of the last hostage's body.
The gathering of dozens marked the end of a two-year advocacy effort that united the local Jewish community.
Many participants plan to redirect their activism toward other causes.
New grassroots groups emerged from the rallies.

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