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Trump's Cabinet Blames 'No Kings' Protests on Antifa

10/14/2025

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Trump's Cabinet Critiques

Senior members of President Trump's Cabinet criticized the 'No Kings' protests, linking them to Antifa and alleging funding by Democrats.
Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy said congressional Democrats are delaying negotiations until after the protests.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warned the ongoing government shutdown is hurting the economy and lives.
Critics, including media figures, accused the administration of targeting dissent.
Pro-democracy podcaster Fred Wellman said protesters are driven by anger, not funding.

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Antifa Denial Rising

The rise of Antifa deniers in Washington is highlighted.
Antifa is now dismissed by some despite self-identifying members and protests.
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison previously praised the Antifa Handbook but now says the group does not exist.
The denial mirrors J. Edgar Hoover's refusal to acknowledge organized crime.
The commentary argues that arrests and self-identification prove Antifa's existence, while some leaders downplay it amid rising political violence.

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Trump's Cabinet Critiques

Senior members of President Trump's Cabinet criticized the 'No Kings' protests, linking them to Antifa and alleging funding by Democrats.
Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy said congressional Democrats are delaying negotiations until after the protests.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warned the ongoing government shutdown is hurting the economy and lives.
Critics, including media figures, accused the administration of targeting dissent.
Pro-democracy podcaster Fred Wellman said protesters are driven by anger, not funding.

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