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Trump Designates Antifa as Domestic Terrorist Organization Amid Protests in Oregon

Updated: 9/24/2025

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Trump Designates Antifa as Domestic Terrorist Organization Amid Protests in Oregon

What it is

President Donald Trump has officially designated Antifa as a domestic terrorist organization, a move that comes in the wake of recent protests in Oregon where members of the group reportedly assaulted a federal facility.

Why it matters

  • This designation is intended to empower law enforcement to take decisive action against what the administration describes as a violent group
  • Just one day after the announcement, Antifa members surrounded a federal building in Eugene, Oregon, protesting against the Immigration and Customs Enforcement ICE agency
  • The White House and the Department of Justice did not respond to requests for comment regarding the protests or the enforcement of the new designation
  • Critics of Antifa, including Trump and some Republican lawmakers, argue that the group has engaged in violent activities across various U.S. cities, including Portland, Oregon
  • If federal law enforcement does not act decisively in response to the protests, critics argue that it could embolden Antifa to escalate its activities without fear of repercussions
  • As the situation unfolds, the effectiveness of Trump's designation will be closely monitored

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