EP167: Targeted by the State with Alejandro Orellana

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EP167: Targeted by the State with Alejandro Orellana

The Social Primate Podcast

36 minutes 31 seconds

2 months ago

EP167: Targeted by the State with Alejandro Orellana

What happens when helping your community puts you in the crosshairs of the federal government?

In this episode, Marine veteran and organizer Alejandro Orellana shares how a morning at home turned into a federal raid — and what the fight that followed reveals about solidarity, risk, and why showing up for each other matters.

Show Notes:

00:32 Alejandro Rena's Arrest and Charges

01:51 Events Leading to the Arrest

02:44 The Raid and Its Aftermath

09:31 Alejandro's Background and Activism

14:38 Legal Battle and Community Support

21:34 Charges Dropped and Moving Forward

31:27 Final Thoughts and Future Plans