President Trump Designates Antifa a Terrorist Organization Amid Overseas Visit

President Donald Trump has announced his intention to designate the far-left anti-fascism movement, Antifa, as a terrorist organization. The declaration came via his Truth Social platform in the early hours of Thursday morning UK time, amidst his ongoing formal state visit overseas.

The move follows the recent murder of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, an event that has reportedly prompted the administration to target what it claims is a coordinated left-wing effort to incite violence. A White House official confirmed the designation is one of several actions planned against left-wing organizations fueling political unrest.

While the exact mechanism for this designation remains unclear, especially given Antifa’s decentralized structure and lack of defined leadership, Trump emphasized his resolve. “I am designating ANTIFA, A SICK, DANGEROUS, RADICAL LEFT DISASTER, AS A MAJOR TERRORIST ORGANIZATION,” Trump wrote, further stating he would recommend investigations into its funders.

This isn’t the first time Trump has vowed such action; during his first term, his then-Attorney General William Barr also labeled Antifa’s activities as “domestic terrorism.” However, legal experts note the absence of an analogous law for domestic groups compared to foreign terrorist organizations, raising questions about the practical effect of the asserted designation.

Trump has also indicated broader actions, including exploring the revocation of tax-exempt status for liberal non-profit organizations and potential racketeering charges against alleged left-wing agitators, with Attorney General Pam Bondi reportedly examining RICO cases. These measures have drawn criticism from Democrats, who fear a crackdown on dissent and opposing viewpoints.

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