According to Fox News, Seattle pastor @russellbjohnson reported that hundreds of Antifa militants swarmed a church event, with some protesters allegedly throwing urine-filled water balloons at attendees. The Seattle Police Department (@SeattlePD) responded and made more than 20 arrests (Fox News, May 31, 2025). Such incidents of civil unrest and heightened political tension have historically impacted local investor sentiment and increased short-term volatility in both traditional and cryptocurrency markets, as traders adjust positions in response to perceived instability.