Berkeley accused of 'playing favorites' by withholding police footage from riot at Rob Schneider event
A legal watchdog group has accused Berkeley officials of favoritism in withholding police footage from a violent riot at a Turning Point USA event. The Center for American Liberty filed a lawsuit claiming violations of the California Public Records Act. The incident involved physical altercations and injuries among attendees, prompting concerns over public safety and free speech.
- ▪The lawsuit alleges that Berkeley city officials withheld police bodycam footage and tactical deployment plans related to the November 2025 event.
- ▪Internal police emails revealed that officers had to physically separate brawlers while dealing with a hostile crowd.
- ▪The Center for American Liberty is escalating its legal efforts against both university and city officials to address the threats faced by conservative speakers and attendees.
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Media Berkeley accused of 'playing favorites' by withholding police footage from riot at Rob Schneider event Internal police emails show officers had to 'physically pull' brawlers apart while fending off a hostile crowd By Madison Colombo Fox News Published May 19, 2026 5:00pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Rob Schneider calls out protesters at Turning Point USA event in Berkeley Comedian Rob Schneider joins ‘Fox & Friends’ to discuss the Turning Point USA event at UC Berkeley and his conversation with Robert De Niro about President Donald Trump.
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