Tensions rise as activists, police prepare for second rescue of beagles from facility

By: Isiah Holmes

Outlets: Wisconsin Examiner

Published: April 17, 2026

Words: 2,386

Last Updated: 2 months, 2 weeks ago

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On Sunday, more than 2,000 people plan to enter the Ridglan Farms biomedical research facility to free thousands of beagles bred in Dane County under conditions prosecutors last year said violated state animal cruelty laws. Self-described rescuers from across the country have been preparing for Sunday’s non-violent direct action, building on the momentum that started with a smaller rescue last month.

Wayne Hsiung, an attorney and organizer of the rescues, posted …

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