Residents Drive Off Neo-Nazi Protesters in Cincinnati, Ohio

In Evendale, Ohio, a group of neo-Nazis waving swastikas and carrying a banner reading 'America for the White Man' were confronted by local residents, leading to their swift departure on February 7, 2025. The demonstration, which lasted only a short time, was deemed offensive but not unlawful by Evendale police, who noted that it occurred on sidewalks. Residents from the predominantly Black neighborhood of Lincoln Heights expressed outrage, with some taking down and burning the flags while others criticized law enforcement for their lack of action against the demonstrators. Cincinnati Mayor Aftab Pureval condemned the display, stating that messages of hate have no place in the region. The Jewish Federation of Cincinnati also condemned the incident, calling it a 'reprehensible display of hate' and reaffirming their commitment to combating antisemitism. The incident highlights ongoing tensions surrounding hate symbols and community responses to such provocations.