This incident involved five women who sustained injuries from acid thrown by two suspects on a moped in Jersey City. The victims were transported to a hospital with non-life-threatening burns, and police believe the attack was targeted and linked to an earlier dispute. The suspects remain at large, and the investigation into the “horrific attack” is continuing with a commitment to bringing those responsible to justice.
Dalton Eatherly, known online as ‘Chud the Builder,’ has been charged with attempted murder and other offenses following a shooting outside the Montgomery County Courthouse on May 13. His bond was set at $1.2 million due to the danger posed to others and his prior bond status from a separate Nashville arrest. Eatherly livestreamed the incident, stating he shot a man in self-defense after being assaulted. He faces preliminary hearings in both the Clarksville and Nashville cases.
A newly released counter-terrorism plan by the Trump administration identifies left-wing networks, including Antifa, as one of the “three major types of terror groups” facing the U.S., alongside cartels and Islamist terror groups. The plan prioritizes rapid identification and neutralization of violent, anti-American, radically pro-transgender, and anarchist secular political groups. Despite this designation, Trump administration officials have faced difficulties providing basic details about these organizations, with an FBI official noting investigations are active but the situation is “very fluid.” While the government pledges to use all available tools to map and identify membership and international ties of such groups, organized terrorism from left-wing entities remains significantly rarer than other forms.
A former police officer is facing charges for allegedly planning a mass shooting in New Orleans, with evidence suggesting the intended targets were Black individuals. Authorities were alerted to the threat by an anonymous tip, which led to the arrest of the ex-cop. The suspect’s social media posts and seized materials reportedly contained evidence of his violent intentions and racially motivated ideology. This incident highlights ongoing concerns about domestic terrorism and the potential for individuals with extremist views to act on them.
In a concerning development, the Department of Justice’s Fiscal Year 2027 FBI Budget Request outlines a framework to combat domestic terrorism that echoes the Trump administration’s National Security Presidential Memorandum 7 (NSPM-7). This framework, as detailed in the request, targets individuals holding views considered “anti-American, anti-capitalism, and anti-Christianity,” as well as those whose beliefs deviate from traditional gender norms. The DOJ is seeking $166 million to fund a newly created Joint Mission Center, an expanded counterterrorism unit tasked with proactively identifying and prosecuting individuals involved in what is described as “domestic terrorism” and “political violence” through internet surveillance and intelligence integration. Critics, including the ACLU, argue that NSPM-7 and this subsequent budget request represent a deliberate attempt to suppress dissent and equate political opposition with terrorism, while notably omitting instances of right-wing political violence.
The conviction of nine activists on terrorism charges in Texas sets a concerning precedent, allowing the Trump administration to target leftwing groups and label them as domestic terrorists. While the administration framed the verdict as a victory against “antifa,” legal experts note the terrorism charges focused narrowly on specific criminal acts rather than organizational ties or ideology. Concerns have been raised that the prosecution may have criminalized common practices like using secure messaging apps or reading certain literature, potentially chilling free speech and assembly. This case highlights how easily conspiracy charges can be constructed, and experts predict the government is likely to pursue similar prosecutions against individuals perceived to be associated with “antifa.”
A man accused of planning to firebomb the home of prominent Palestinian activist Nerdeen Kiswani has been arrested following a weekslong undercover operation. The suspect, Alexander Heifler, allegedly discussed his plot with an undercover NYPD detective and was found assembling Molotov cocktails at his residence. Heifler, identified as a member of the JDL 613 Brotherhood, reportedly planned to flee to Israel after the attack. The swift action by law enforcement prevented potential violence against Kiswani, who stated that such threats are a constant possibility for those advocating for Palestine.
A federal jury in Texas convicted eight individuals of domestic terrorism and related charges stemming from a protest outside an ICE facility. The prosecution argued that wearing all black constituted material support for terrorism, a tactic that critics fear will be used to criminalize dissent and stifle protected speech. This verdict, following President Trump’s designation of “antifa” as a domestic terror group despite its lack of formal organization, is seen by some legal experts and activists as a dangerous precedent for suppressing opposition.
Tensions flared outside the New York City mayor’s residence when a protester hurled an improvised explosive device, capable of causing serious harm, onto a crosswalk. The incident occurred during dueling protests, one organized by a right-wing influencer and another by a counterprotest group, with the device ignited and thrown amidst escalating confrontations. Law enforcement officials are investigating the origins of the device, including the possibility of homemade explosives, and two men have been arrested in connection with its deployment. While the mayor and his wife are safe, the event has prompted a city-wide investigation and a strong stance against violence at protests.
Attorney General Pam Bondi has acknowledged the existence of a secret list of domestic terrorist organizations, confirming that “antifa is part of that.” This database, compiled under President Trump’s National Security Presidential Memorandum 7, targets groups espousing ideologies defined as anti-American, anti-capitalism, anti-Christianity, antifascism, and radical gender ideologies. Despite repeated requests, the Justice Department has refused to provide details about the list or confirm whether individuals on it could face extrajudicial actions. This revelation has raised concerns among lawmakers about the potential for the government to weaponize national security designations against those who disagree with the administration.
John Q. Hosedrinker