Conservative activists storm Deepavali celebrations in Seattle
Conservative activists disrupted a Deepavali celebration in Seattle, displaying racist placards and slogans. The incident was condemned by local lawmakers, including Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal, as a hateful display that has no place in the community.
Why it matters
The incident highlights rising tensions regarding racial and religious intolerance in the U.S. and the political response from South Asian-American leaders.
Washington Conservative activists led by Jake Lang stormed Deepavali celebrations in Seattle carrying placards calling for deporting all “dot heads”, an act that was swiftly condemned by U.S. lawmakers and community leaders. Mr. Lang and fellow activist Thomas Allen waved the American flag and carried placards with slogans “Deport All Dot Heads" and "Stop Hindu Replacement of Christians” in front of a stage where a dance performance was being held on Saturday (November 7, 2026). Videos of the storming of the Deepavali celebrations in Seattle went viral on social media. Delhi faces new challenge from Samosa caucus Delhi faces new challenge from Samosa caucus Surge in Indian-American wins in U.S.
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