Explore five historic victories for animals and animal rights, spanning groundbreaking court decisions, landmark labeling laws, courageous ocean activism, and inspiring electoral wins. These triumphs are reshaping animal welfare across the globe.

1. US Supreme Court Denies Iowa Pork Producers – Major Victory for California’s Prop 12
The US Supreme Court has denied the Iowa Pork Producers’ petition to appeal a case that upholds California’s Prop 12. This is a massive win for animal protection and farmed animals. Proposition 12 bans the cruel confinement of pigs in gestation crates so small the animals can’t even turn around or scratch themselves. With California now the world’s 4th largest economy, this precedent is poised to accelerate the end of these sadistic torture devices nationwide and globally.

2. Switzerland Enacts Landmark Animal Welfare Labeling on Meat and Dairy
Effective July 1st, Switzerland requires clear labels on meat and dairy products specifying how animals were treated. This transformative legislation empowers consumers to make informed, compassionate choices, highlighting whether cattle were castrated or dehorned without anesthesia and whether pigs had their teeth cut without anesthesia.

3. Iceland Cancels Whale Hunts Thanks to Captain Paul Watson’s Direct Action
Breaking news from Captain Paul Watson: No whales will be killed in Iceland this year. This monumental win is the result of Captain Watson’s incredible direct action team on the high seas, demonstrating the power of courage, strategy, and relentless commitment to protecting marine life.

4. Vegan Animal Rights Activist Harvey Epstein Wins NYC Council Race
Vegan and animal rights champion Harvey Epstein has won his New York City Council race in the Democratic primary, which in this district effectively means he has won the seat. Epstein will proudly represent the East Village, bringing a strong voice for animals and social justice to New York City government.

5. Rowdy Girl Sanctuary’s Renee King-Sonnen and husband Tommy Lead America’s Favorite Couple Contest
Vegan sanctuary owner Renee King-Sonnen and her husband Tommy are leading the race in Variety Magazine’s contest: America’s Favorite Couple.
Your vote can help them win and shine a spotlight on farm animal sanctuaries.

👉 Please VOTE for Rowdy Girl Sanctuary’s inspiring husband-and-wife team here:
https://americasfavcouple.org/2025/rene-and-tommy

Celebrate with America’s Leading Animal Activists
Let’s savor these victories with four of America’s most passionate animal advocates: Renee King-Sonnen of Rowdy Girl Sanctuary, Simone Reyes of Social Compassion, Edita Birnkrant of NYClass, and Chris Green, Executive Director of the Animal Legal Defense Fund. UnchainedTV's Jane Velez-Mitchell leads the discussion.