Extremism
Gretchen Whitmer Says Social Media 'Absolutely' Has Role in U.S. Extremism
The Michigan governor spoke with actors Chris Evans and Mark Kassen about homegrown domestic terrorism, which she said is "a real and growing concern."
Pentagon in Dark About Troop Extremism As Report Shows Far-Right Recruiting
The Pentagon is in the midst of a 60-day stand down that Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin says will help root out "racists and extremists."
FBI Director Wray Rejects Republicans' Claims That Antifa Led Capitol Riot
There's no evidence that "fake Trump supporters" or leftists in disguise took part in the riot, Wray testified Tuesday, pushing back on a popular narrative among conservatives.
Over 400 Evangelical Leaders Condemn 'Heresy of Christian Nationalism'
"We feel the urgent need to denounce this violent mutation of our faith," the evangelical Christian leaders wrote in an open letter.
Pentagon Extremism Probe May Show 'Larger' Problem Than Expected: Austin
The secretary of defense has ordered a 60-day stand down for military officials to investigate far-right extremism and racism within the ranks.
America Is Exporting Its Extreme Right Abroad via Social Media: Experts
Platforms like Telegram are helping American extremists spread their conspiracy theories, hate speech and tactics to the rest of the world.
Far-Right Social Network Gab Deactivates Its Twitter Account
A search for the Twitter account of far-right social networking site Gab resulted in a message that "this account doesn't exist" as of Friday night.
Trump 'Accelerated Extremism': Former CIA Counterterrorism Official
"You need a spark and that spark has to be charismatic," Philip Mudd said. "... they could spark a revolutionary movement."
Three Warning Signs of Ideological Totalitarianism
A free society depends upon the ability of its citizens to think freely.
At Least 32 Boogaloo Members Present Day of Kenosha Shooting, Loyalist Says
The word "boogaloo" has been adopted by white supremacists and other far-right extremists as shorthand for a future civil war, according to the Anti-Defamation League.
Facebook, Struggling to Combat Far-Right Extremism, Threatens to Block News
The legal threat from the social networking giant came in response to a proposed law in Australia that would force the platform to pay media organizations for sharing journalistic content.
Stephen Miller Makes Southern Poverty Law Center's List of 'Extremists'
"Stephen Miller is the architect behind some of the most draconian anti-immigrant policies that we've seen," said Michael Edison Hayden, senior investigative reporter for the SPLC.
Russian Pensioner Who Says USSR Still Exists Arrested, Accused of Coup Plot
Police raided the home of Vladimir Beskhlebny, 72, the chairman of the group that denies the collapse of the Soviet Union.
How Neo-Nazis Are Exploiting Coronavirus to Push Their Radical Agenda
The threat of far-right terrorism was brought into stark focus this week when the FBI killed a man who was planning to attack a hospital with a car bomb.
Preacher Says Coronavirus Is God's Punishment for Jews 'Opposing' Jesus
"God's dealing with false religions" by spreading COVID-19 through synagogues, according to conservative preacher Rick Wiles.
White Nationalist Propaganda Doubled Nationwide Over Last Year: Report
Flyers disseminated by hate groups in 2019 often focused on themes of "censorship" and free speech, anti-Jewish tropes and nationalist rhetoric.
Ex-FBI Agent Urges U.S. Bomb Mecca in Retaliation for Pensacola Shooting
A former FBI agent who leads an anti-Muslim hate group has suggested that the U.S. should bomb Mecca in retaliation for the December 6 mass shooting in Pensacola, Florida.
Far-Right Terrorism Has Increased 320 Percent in Just 4 Years: Report
The annual Global Terrorism Index said that the number of terrorist deaths worldwide fell significantly from 2017 to 2018.
Far-Right Leader Fails in Bid to Throw Out Lawsuit Over Alleged Riot
A judge in Portland, Oregon denied a motion aimed at throwing out a lawsuit launched against Joey Gibson and members of his alt-right activist group Patriot Prayer. The lawsuit alleges that Gibson and his group are responsible for a riot that took place outside a bar in the city May 1st.
Top Rabbi: Social Media Giants Are Failing to Tackle Deadly Hate Speech
The president of the Conference of European Rabbis said society must "come to terms with this threat and this danger" as online hate leads to terror attacks.
Twitter Is Giving Trump 'Special Treatment' Despite New Rules: Expert
On Tuesday the social media giant published new guidelines for world leaders amid calls to curtail the president's aggressive online rhetoric.
From 8chan to Telegram: Experts Point to Extremists' New Favorite Platform
The lack of regulation for private channels attracts terrorist groups, who use Telegram to message recruits, spread propaganda, fundraise and orchestrate violent attacks, according to the Counter Extremism Project.
Christian Persecution in India Is 'Very Troubling,' Franklin Graham Says
The evangelical leader also suggested that persecuted Indians should pray for Modi in the hope it will prompt him to better protect religious minorities.
Six Jehovah's Witnesses Jailed in Russia for 'Extremism'
The men were convicted of being part of "an extremist organization," but church leaders insist they were jailed "for their peaceful Christian worship."
Boston Tightens Security Ahead of 'Straight Pride' Parade
Police are gearing up for potential conflict between straight demonstrators and counter-protesters.
Sarah Silverman Shares Disturbing Video of Pastor Calling Her a 'Witch'
Florida Pastor Adam Fannin said of the comedian that he hopes "God breaks her teeth out and she dies."
Video: Omar Refuses to Dignify Trump Claim She Is Pro-Al-Qaeda With Answer
Trump refused to apologize for racist comments regarding four Democratic congresswomen on Monday.
Russia Spy Chief Warns 5,000 ISIS Foreign Fighters on Former Soviet Border
Alexander Bortnikov, head of the Federal Security Service, warned that 5,000 fighters from ISIS had been deployed in northern Afghanistan.
White House Won't Sign 'Christchurch Call' to Confront Online Extremism
The White House released a statement encouraging respect for "freedom of expression and freedom of the press."
Gab Bans 'Crying Nazi' After Post About Killing Lefists
"If you killed the 50 loudest Leftists in the United States, especially if you didn't get caught, and continued killing, these people would shut their stupid f**king a**hole mouths."