Press Release

Inland Empire Activists to Highlight Pete Aguilar and Norma Torres’ Support for Funding the Genocide in Gaza with Billboard Truck Protest

This Friday, October 25, a mobile billboard protest will take place in the Inland Empire to draw attention to Congress members Pete Aguilar and Norma Torres’ ongoing support for billions in taxpayer funding for Israel as it continues to bomb schools, hospitals, and refugee camps, leaving no safe areas in the small strip. 

The protest will kick off near Norma Torres's office, then make stops at prominent locations, including Ontario Mills, Rancho Cucamonga City Hall, Fontana City Hall, Downtown San Bernardino, and Redlands, culminating in front of Pete Aguilar’s office.

“It has been one year since Israel’s latest bombing campaign in Gaza. Entire communities have been wiped off the map. In the Inland Empire, many families struggle to secure affordable housing with some relying on schools to provide their children with meals. Yet, Pete Aguilar and Norma Torres continue to support the allocation of billions in taxpayer dollars to a country that has relentlessly bombed civilians, including children, for an entire year. This is a shameful stance,” said Sam Soloman, a spokesperson for the protest organizers. “We stand in solidarity with the Palestinian people in their fight for freedom, and we demand our representatives focus on improving conditions for our local communities.”

For more information, please contact
Sam at 909 521 1707

Community Activists to Protest Congresswoman Norma J. Torres' Support for Israel’s Genocide on Gaza

POMONA, CA - On Wednesday, July 24, 2024, community activists will gather to protest Congresswoman Norma J. Torres' recent support for Israeli military actions against Palestinians. This demonstration comes in response to her meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and advocating for continued U.S. arms shipments to Israel.

Congresswoman Torres, representing District 35, is complicit in the Genocide of the Palestinian people of Gaza & her constituents demand she call for an immediate ceasefire. Constituents will gather to voice strong opposition for actions tantamount to genocide against Palestinians. The protest will coincide with Prime Minister Netanyahu's scheduled speech in Washington, D.C., aiming to send a clear message of dissent against Torres' alignment with Israeli policies.

Protesters will gather at Dudley Street overpass over Interstate 10 and hold large banners denouncing Netanyahu and Torres. The banners will be visible to westbound morning traffic. Wednesday, July 24, 2024, from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM PST .

Organizers encourage community members to join in solidarity to express their disapproval and demand accountability from their elected representative, Norma Torres. This event aims to highlight concerns over U.S. foreign policy and its implications for the rights of Palestinians. For more information or media inquiries, please contact Arianna, Priscila or Ben at ontariounitedforliberation@gmail.com


Ontario United for Liberation is a community organization from Ontario, California geared toward liberation, equality and justice.