What's the NLG Federal Anti-Repression Hotline? When should someone call it? What will happen what they do? On this episode, movement lawyer Mo Meltzer-Cohen breaks down what you need to know about the hotline and key insights about trends in federal repression.

Hotline Number: 212-679-2811

Magic Words flyer to stick on the back of your door in case of police visits: https://thefinalstrawradio.noblogs.org/files/2025/05/Magic-Spell_2025.pdf

Learn more from Mo about legal repression:

Final Straw Radio: The Implications of Trumps War on "Antifa" (with Moira Metlzer-Cohen)

Final Straw Radio: Mo on Knowing Your Rights and Risks with the Police

Pal/Al-Awda NY Know Your Rights with Moira Meltzer-Cohen

Live Like the World Is Dying: Mo on Grand Juries

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Fall 2025 PSA from the NLG Federal Anti-Repression Hotline:

"If you are approached by federal law enforcement, don't be afraid to alert your community, and remember:

• You do not have to let them into your house without a warrant.
• You have no obligation to speak to law enforcement or answer their questions, and it can be dangerous to do so.
• It is a crime to lie to federal agents.
• Instead, you can invoke your Fifth Amendment right to remain silent, and your Sixth Amendment right to counsel, by saying:

"I cannot answer any questions without my lawyer. Please leave your name and number, and a lawyer will call you."

• You can also call the National Lawyers Guild federal repression hotline at 212-679-2811, for a free, privileged consultation about your rights, risks, and responsibilities, and to be connected with appropriate legal resources in your jurisdiction.

We keep us safe!"

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Intro & Outro Music: Tortuguita by Brass Tapestry (ft. Rev. Keyanna Jones)

Who's Tortuguita? Tort was an anarchist forest defender part of the movement to Stop Cop City in Atlanta. They were murdered by Georgia State Patrol Troopers in their tent in Weelaunee Forest on January 18th, 2023. Some memories of them are compiled here.

Cover Image by Mon M.

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