right-wing extremism

Former Las Vegas Detective Led Oath Keepers Militia Group

Robert “Bobby” Kinch, a former Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department homicide detective who left the force after advocating for a “race war,” now leads the Utah-based Oath Keepers USA. Evidence obtained by an infiltrator reveals Kinch’s continued involvement with the anti-government group, including firearms, survival gear, and Oath Keepers materials found in his home. This highlights the concerning presence of law enforcement officers within the Oath Keepers, a group central to the January 6th insurrection. The potential return of Donald Trump to the presidency could embolden such groups, exacerbating the threat posed by extremists within police departments.

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Islamophobic German Christmas Market Attacker Supported Far-Right Party

The suspect behind the German Christmas market attack, authorities claim, was motivated by Islamophobia, a fact that has sent shockwaves through the country and sparked intense debate online. This assertion, however, presents a complex and seemingly contradictory picture. The suspect, a 50-year-old Saudi ex-Muslim living in East Germany, openly supported the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, a right-wing group often accused of anti-immigrant and anti-Muslim sentiments. This raises the question: how can someone who despises Islam target a Christmas market, a predominantly Christian celebration?

The initial reactions online highlighted this confusion. Many struggled to reconcile the suspect’s professed hatred of Islam with his choice of target.… Continue reading

Revealed: US neo-Nazi terror group aims to revive activities ahead of election

It’s truly alarming to see that a US neo-Nazi terror group is aiming to revive its activities ahead of the upcoming election. The founder of this group, Rinaldo Nazzaro, a former Pentagon contractor, is actively seeking a leader for his organization and is even willing to pay them a monthly salary. The fact that Nazzaro is based in Russia and has not stepped foot in the US in years raises red flags about potential foreign sponsorship of far-right extremists.

The Base, known to be a domestic terrorism threat, follows the dangerous ideology of accelerationism, which promotes violent acts to hasten the collapse of society.… Continue reading

10 years after armed standoff with federal agents, Bundy cattle are still grazing disputed rangeland

It’s been a decade since the Bundy family’s armed standoff with federal agents over disputed rangeland, and yet their cattle are still grazing freely. The sense of entitlement and defiance displayed by Cliven Bundy and his supporters is astonishing. The fact that they continue to utilize public land for their own benefit without consequence is a testament to the government’s inability to enforce the law.

Despite multiple attempts to hold the Bundys accountable for their actions, they remain unchecked and defiant. It’s frustrating to see individuals who claim to be patriots blatantly ignore the rules and regulations that apply to everyone else.… Continue reading

Man accused of plotting sniper attack on the border ‘talks a big game, but it’s all lies,’ son says

As I read the news about the man accused of plotting a sniper attack on the border, I can’t help but empathize with his son, Joseph, who describes his father as a “compulsive liar” with mental health issues. Joseph’s words illuminate an important point – sometimes, people talk a big game without ever intending to act on their words. However, as Joseph himself acknowledges, those who talk a big game can act as a screen for individuals who are genuinely serious about their intentions.

In today’s world, where the line between empty threats and real danger can sometimes blur, it is crucial that we take all potential threats seriously.… Continue reading

Man’s plan to bomb Satanic Temple is thwarted, MA cops say. ‘He walked in our midst’

Man’s plan to bomb Satanic Temple is thwarted, MA cops say. ‘He walked in our midst’

It is truly alarming to witness the rise of terrorism in America. The recent news of a Michigan man planning to bomb The Satanic Temple headquarters in Salem, Massachusetts is a stark reminder of the dangers that lurk among us. Luke Isaac Terpstra, a 30-year-old resident of Grant, Michigan, was arrested on January 2nd for possession of bombs with unlawful intent. The bravery of his mother, who alerted law enforcement about Terpstra’s plans, cannot be overstated.

The Satanic Temple, known for its advocacy for freedom of religion and its unique approach to challenging religious bigotry, was unaware of the threat until after Terpstra’s arrest.… Continue reading

Right-Wing Embrace Of Conspiracy Is ‘Mass Radicalization,’ Experts Warn.

https://www.npr.org/2020/12/15/946381523/right-wing-embrace-of-conspiracy-is-mass-radicalization-experts-warn?utm_campaign=storyshare&utm_source=twitter.com&utm_medium=social

For some reason, this article evokes images of the OKC bombing in my mind. That was another period of right wing radicalism. The current situation feels worse, though.

Because at least when that domestic terror attack happened, our politicians and media rallied together to denounce it.

You didn’t have people creating multimillion dollar funds for Timothy Mcveigh’s defense, political leaders saying that maybe we need to listen to the Mcveighs of the world, and anybody attempting to justify him was immediately shunned.

We don’t have that now. If another domestic terror attack like that happened, it would split the country.… Continue reading