TEXAS PROTEST ADVISORIES: SAN ANTONIO & AUSTIN

A police budget proposal in San Antonio has angered activists who were calling for a defunding of the police. The proposal includes an additional $8 million for the San Antonio Police Department. Though this additional money is largely focused on pay raises, not increases police equipment or personnel, activists are calling it a "slap in the face."

RECOMMENDATION: San Antonio has become the scene of an increase in protests and a growth of new protest movements. It is highly likely this budget - still a proposal at this stage - will result in increased protests in the city.

Source: https://www.expressnews.com/news/local/article/A-slap-in-the-face-Activists-slam-proposed-15464642.php

In Austin, a local bike shop called Mellow Johnny's has decided to "no longer purchase, re-sell, or service police-issue Trek bikes" under a contract they had with the Austin Police Department. The move is being celebrated by activists on social media since bike cops have played a pivotal role in deterring militants nationwide.

The actions of Mellow Johnny's will likely not be isolated and will be copied by other local businesses in left-leaning cities wishing to gain favor among militant activists.

RECOMMENDATION: Don't buy bikes from Mellow Johnny.

The Austin Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) are planning a protest at City Hall.

SIGACT: The Austin DSA has been active in several of the protests in Austin, though, their primary role appears to be as organizers. The group is taking a leading role in the effort to defund the Austin Police Department.

SITREP:

When: 8 August

Where: Austin City Hall. 301 West 2nd Street.

When: 1800-2000

RECOMMENDATIONS: Avoid the area surrounding Austin City Hall on 8 August.

Source: https://twitter.com/Grassroots_News/status/1291462132043845633