The Canadian Army is currently investigating an incident involving Quebec-based soldiers who were allegedly caught on video performing Nazi salutes during a party, with at least five individuals identified as serving members. The military police have been notified and the soldiers have been suspended from their duties. This incident is the latest in a string of events, including a recent terrorism case involving four individuals accused of extremist plots and the alleged posting of hateful content by members of a Facebook group. The Canadian Army has implemented new policies and a registry to track incidents of hateful conduct, however, recent reports indicate these incidents may be on the rise again, mirroring a broader societal trend.
Read More
Vance Boelter, accused of killing Minnesota state Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband, has pleaded not guilty to federal charges, including murder, firearms offenses, and stalking. The 58-year-old faces a potential death penalty if convicted. A revised schedule for the complex case, which involves extensive evidence, was set by the judge, though a trial date has not yet been determined. Boelter is also facing state charges for the attack, which authorities initially described as a politically motivated assassination, and the shooting of state Sen. John Hoffman and his wife.
Read More
Brandon Clint Russell, founder of a neo-Nazi group, was sentenced to the maximum 20 years in federal prison for his role in a plot to attack Baltimore’s energy grid. The judge deemed Russell as the “brains of the operation,” rejecting the defense’s argument of lesser culpability than his accomplice, Sarah Beth Clendaniel. Russell, already having an extremist background, connected with Clendaniel while incarcerated for a prior conviction, leading to the conspiracy. The court’s decision was based on the evidence of Russell’s active grooming of others to carry out attacks and his continued adherence to his dangerous ideology.
Read More
In a move further restricting online freedoms, Russian President Vladimir Putin has enacted a law fining individuals for intentionally seeking or accessing “extremist” content online, including through VPNs and search engines. Penalties range from 3,000 to 5,000 rubles for individuals, with steeper fines for those advertising access to banned resources. The definition of “extremism” in Russia is broad and has been used to suppress dissenting voices and information challenging the Kremlin’s narrative. Additionally, the law introduces fines for the illegal transfer of subscriber data. This law arrives amidst a broader crackdown on internet freedom in Russia, marked by increased censorship and the blocking of hundreds of thousands of websites in 2024.
Read More
The Senate, under GOP control, confirmed Joe Kent, a figure with documented ties to far-right extremism and conspiracy theories, as the new head of the National Counterterrorism Center. This decision, supported largely along party lines, faced strong opposition from Democrats who highlighted Kent’s history of promoting election falsehoods and his connections to extremist figures, including white nationalists and members of the Proud Boys. Kent, a former Green Beret, has been criticized for echoing conspiracy theories about the 2020 election and the January 6th Capitol attack. Furthermore, Kent was accused of attempting to manipulate intelligence assessments for political gain.
Read More
A viral exchange from a recent debate between Mehdi Hasan and a self-proclaimed fascist is raising concerns about the state of public discourse. The participant expressed a desire for a “benevolent” autocrat and admitted to being a fascist, highlighting disturbing views on government. Experts emphasize the dangers of such beliefs, particularly the misguided notion that an autocrat wouldn’t harm supporters. The prevalence of these views and the debate format itself raise questions about the value of platforming such extreme ideologies and their potential impact on the public discourse.
Read More
The Global Project Against Hate and Extremism has uncovered a burgeoning network of neo-Nazi youth groups, known as Active Clubs, that are actively recruiting American teenagers through social media. These clubs, disguised as fitness groups, have seen a 59% increase in the United States since October 2023, spreading white supremacist ideology and propaganda, including quotes from Adolf Hitler. Originating from the Rise Above Movement, Active Clubs utilize a decentralized model developed by Robert Rundo and Denis Kapustin, offering guidance on evading law enforcement while coordinating street fights and propaganda. The groups emphasize fitness and community in their public messaging, but also host international events and generate revenue through merchandise, posing a growing transnational threat with 231 chapters documented across 28 countries as of 2025.
Read More
CNN team allegedly ambushed by West Bank settlers amid spiraling extremist violence, a scenario that unfortunately, feels all too familiar right now. It appears a CNN crew covering the ongoing tensions in the West Bank was targeted, with reports suggesting the attackers were masked settlers. They allegedly started by trying to pelt the reporters’ car with objects and later, after the police had left the scene, ambushed the team, using a club or mallet to break the vehicle’s window. This incident, if true, underscores the escalating violence and the apparent impunity with which some settlers operate in the region.
The timing of this alleged attack, especially in the context of escalating tensions, is definitely a cause for concern.… Continue reading
The far-right AfD party in Germany, now the largest opposition group, faces growing calls for a ban due to its classification as an extremist entity by the country’s domestic intelligence agency, citing racist and anti-Muslim sentiments. This classification has reignited attempts to outlaw the party, despite its significant electoral success. The legal process to ban the AfD is lengthy and unprecedented, requiring proof of actively working against the free democratic order and posing a tangible threat to democracy. However, the CDU, a major political party, has expressed caution about the ban, fearing it could backfire and further radicalize the AfD’s supporters, while the party has also enjoyed vocal support from the Trump administration.
Read More
In a London court on Wednesday, Marcus Arduini Monzo was found guilty of murder. The 37-year-old was convicted for the death of a teenager, Daniel Anjorin, and other charges, including attempted murder. The prosecution argued that the attacks were triggered by a psychotic episode due to drug use. Monzo, armed with a samurai sword, admitted to carrying two swords but denied all other charges.
Read More
John Q. Hosedrinker 
Matt Underwood