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Spain Detains “Fergie” Chambers; MPs Reject US Extradition

7/19/2026

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James “Fergie” Chambers was arrested in Ibiza, Spain; his wife Stella Schnabel says he is kept in a cell without fan, books or spare clothing.
Thirteen Spanish political groups and five MPs urged the government to reject his United States (U.S.) extradition, citing possible political persecution.
Former judge Baltasar Garzón leads Chambers’ legal team, met with Schnabel, and says the charges target his Gaza aid and aim to silence activism.

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James “Fergie” Chambers was arrested in Ibiza, Spain; his wife Stella Schnabel says he is kept in a cell without fan, books or spare clothing.
Thirteen Spanish political groups and five MPs urged the government to reject his United States (U.S.) extradition, citing possible political persecution.
Former judge Baltasar Garzón leads Chambers’ legal team, met with Schnabel, and says the charges target his Gaza aid and aim to silence activism.