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Experts Link Social Media Use to Rising Political Violence

9/27/2025

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Social Media Fuels Violence

Experts warn that social media drives rising political violence, with heavy users more likely to back such actions.
The FBI is investigating the suspect's online activity, including Discord posts before the attack, as authorities review digital traces.
The shooter, Joshua Jahn, targeted ICE agents and wrote about plans and hatred for the federal government.

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DOJ Investigates OSF

Department of Justice (DOJ) probes Open Society Foundations (OSF) for links to "pro-terror" groups, citing a conservative report alleging $80 million in grants.
OSF denies the allegations, calling them politically motivated.
After Charlie Kirk's assassination, Vice President JD Vance and White House officials plan to target left-wing groups accused of promoting violence; Capital Research Center alleges OSF funded domestic terrorism.

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Historical Context

The FBI reported a 35% rise in domestic terrorism incidents in 2016, reflecting a growing concern over politically motivated violence in the U.S. This trend parallels scrutiny of organizations like the Open Society Foundations, which has faced allegations of funding extremist groups. The role of social media in radicalizing individuals, such as Joshua Jahn, raises significant implications for future policies on political discourse and violence.

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Social Media Fuels Violence

Experts warn that social media drives rising political violence, with heavy users more likely to back such actions.
The FBI is investigating the suspect's online activity, including Discord posts before the attack, as authorities review digital traces.
The shooter, Joshua Jahn, targeted ICE agents and wrote about plans and hatred for the federal government.

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