Arab American Action Network

Rasmea Odeh unbowed as judge passes sentence

Ali Abunimah 17 August 2017

Community activist prepares to leave US after four-year legal battle. Read more about Rasmea Odeh unbowed as judge passes sentence

Rasmea Odeh 5 April 2017

Leaving life in Chicago is like Nakba that forced her family from Palestine, activist writes. Read more about I will continue my struggle

Charlotte Silver 7 December 2016

This time jury will be allowed to hear testimony about torture, PTSD experienced by Palestinian American. Read more about Judge orders new trial for Rasmea Odeh

Charlotte Silver 15 October 2015

“Every day she’s out of prison it’s a victory for her and her community,” says Palestinian American leader’s defense lawyer. Read more about Appeal judges grill Rasmea Odeh's prosecutors

Charlotte Silver 13 October 2015

If judges uphold conviction, Palestinian American leader faces jail and deportation. Read more about US appeal court to hear Rasmea Odeh was denied fair trial

Ali Abunimah 12 March 2015

Palestinian American community leader sentenced to 18 months after intense hearing in which she tells judge “I am not a terrorist.” Read more about Judge sentences Rasmea Odeh, insisting case is not "political"

Ali Abunimah 11 March 2015

Palestinian American community leader likely to address judge prior to sentencing. Read more about Supporters mobilize on eve of Rasmea Odeh's sentencing

Charlotte Silver 10 December 2014

Federal prosecutors are attempting to invalidate Rasmea Odeh’s $50,000 bond for release, but supporters say the government has its facts wrong. Read more about US prosecutors trying to block Rasmea Odeh's release from jail

Ali Abunimah 8 December 2014

Supporters welcome “fantastic news” that Odeh will return home to Chicago until her March sentencing. Read more about Judge orders Palestinian American Rasmea Odeh freed on bond

Charlotte Silver 19 November 2014

Odeh’s lawyers continue to press for her release from jail as they argue her trial denied her the right to due process and a fair trial. Read more about Defense moves for new trial for Palestinian American Rasmea Odeh