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Trump Labels Antifa Terrorists Amid Influencer Support Meeting

10/9/2025

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Summary

Story summary

President Donald J. Trump hosted conservative influencers on Antifa, labeling the group a domestic terrorist organization.
Brandi Kruse, a former mainstream journalist, says she recovered from "Trump Derangement Syndrome" and now supports Trump.
At the meeting, Kruse dismissed mainstream media and argued Antifa is a real threat.
A federal judge blocked Trump's Portland deployment; Trump weighs invoking the Insurrection Act.

History

Historical Context

The Insurrection Act of 1807 empowers the U.S. president to deploy military forces during civil unrest. It has been invoked numerous times, notably during the 1992 Los Angeles riots and the 1957 Little Rock desegregation crisis. Recent discussions around its use reflect ongoing tensions regarding federal authority and domestic terrorism, potentially reshaping the balance of power between state and federal governments.

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Story summary

President Donald J. Trump hosted conservative influencers on Antifa, labeling the group a domestic terrorist organization.
Brandi Kruse, a former mainstream journalist, says she recovered from "Trump Derangement Syndrome" and now supports Trump.
At the meeting, Kruse dismissed mainstream media and argued Antifa is a real threat.
A federal judge blocked Trump's Portland deployment; Trump weighs invoking the Insurrection Act.

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