President Donald J. Trump has announced the designation of Antifa as a domestic terrorist organization. According to the statement, Antifa is described as "a network of Radical Left terrorists that aim to overthrow the government through violence and agitation."
The announcement claims that Antifa has a history of violent actions in communities across the country. The statement also asserts that recent years have seen an increase in what it calls "Radical Left violence," attributing this trend to attacks against Republicans by Democratic politicians, left-leaning organizations, and members of the media.
"This is a time that demands fearless and courageous leadership — not moral cowardice, indecision, or the lack of fortitude to call this what it is: an epidemic of Radical Left violence," the statement reads.
The move follows ongoing debates about political violence in the United States and differing views on its sources and solutions.
