Self-described “queer activist” and Berkeley drop-out, Jonah Bigel was arrested at a weekly provocative political event at the boardwalk in Pacific Beach on a felony assault charge, felony vandalism and a misdemeanor possession of narcotics / controlled substance.

The event is organized via a facebook group called “Republicans of Pacific Beach”. The event seems designed to intentionally provoke leftists in this neighborhood. They have succeeded in drawing a very hostile crowd to their events, where Trump flags are displayed, merchandise is sold and a Recall Gavin petition can be signed.

This is video of the event on February 27th, when a mob tore down their petition-signing stand. I believe the person who threw one of the older man onto the concrete may be Jonah Bigel, but am not 100% sure of that. We will know more after his arraignment on March 9th, after which I will update this post.

Bitchute – Riot Against Trump Supporters in Pacific Beach, Ca

Fellow conservatives have requested that they not link the Recall Gavin Newsom effort to pro-Trump activism, because the recall effort should-be and is bi-partisan. Having it as part of a pro-Trump event plays into the narrative promoted by Newsom supporters that the petition is backed by Trumpist, right-wing radicals. This most probably harms the recall effort more than it helps.

There are Democrats and Independents, as well as Republicans, who have problems with Newson’s severe and irrational lockdowns, destruction of small businesses/jobs and his authoritarian methods of governing. Recall Newsom signature gathering shouldn’t be a partisan event. What you have a right to do is not always the smart thing to do. Both sides should back off, before someone is seriously hurt in one of these brawls.

Bigel’s activist partner started a fund-raising and telephone campaign to try to get Bigel released from jail and charges dropped.

Bigel is not being charged with peaceful protesting, but with using violence against peaceful protesters to deny them their free speech. Suggest you call or email the District Attorney’s office and support maximum prosecution of this apparent, petty terrorist, Jonah Bigel.

A local activist is being targeted by SDPD for their alleged actions at protests against fascists (many of whom participated in the Capitol Riot days before) in Pacific Beach. They are being held at an abnormally high bail amount & need community support.https://t.co/Fm35IKOd2w

— San Diego Socialist Rifle Association (@SanDiegoSRA) February 28, 2021

You can see Jonah Bigel’s Who’s in Jail profile below.

Who’s in Jail – Jonah Bigel