On a sunny December afternoon in Los Angeles, hundreds of animal rights supporters filled the streets with urgent chants, holding signs that read “Free Zoe” and calling for California Governor Gavin Newsom to intervene. At the center of the crowd stood Grammy-nominated musician and longtime animal activist Moby, lending his voice and presence to a growing movement demanding the immediate release—and full clemency—of 23-year-old animal rescuer Zoe Rosenberg.

As of December 10th, 2025, Rosenberg is incarcerated in Sonoma County for rescuing 4 chickens from a Perdue-owned slaughterhouse, chickens she said were sick and suffering. She, herself, suffers from Type 1 diabetes and gastroparesis, chronic conditions that require continuous medical care. Her supporters warn that jail is not only unjust—it’s dangerous. Even a brief sentence, they argue, could threaten her life.

The rally in Los Angeles was just one of several coordinated actions held across California, including in San Francisco, where activists marched and held vigils outside detention centers. At each event, a clear demand was echoed: Governor Newsom must grant clemency before Rosenberg’s health deteriorates further. The urgency is growing as supporters raise concerns that she may not get adequate access to life-saving medication and supplies while behind bars.

Moby’s appearance added gravity and visibility to a case that has already galvanized tens of thousands. His presence sent a powerful signal that Rosenberg’s case is not just about one young woman—it is a flashpoint for broader questions about civil disobedience, the criminalization of compassion, and the treatment of nonviolent activists.

Speakers at the rally emphasized Rosenberg’s long history of peaceful protest, her academic achievements at UC Berkeley, and her unwavering commitment to ending cruelty toward animals. As voices rose into the winter air, the message was clear: locking up a sick young woman for saving lives is not justice—it is a moral failure.

Petitions, press conferences, and calls to the governor’s office continue as supporters escalate their efforts. They are not simply asking for leniency. They are demanding that California recognize the compassion in Rosenberg’s actions—and respond with the compassion of its own. For more info, visit: https://www.directactioneverywhere.com/

Perdue, and its subsidiary Petaluma Poultry, deny allegations of cruelty, saying they operate within the law and government regulations. They are invited on any time to comment.