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AG Compares Antifa to MS-13 Amid Terrorism Claims

10/16/2025

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U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi compared Antifa to the MS-13 gang, saying they are organized, funded, and cause chaos in Portland.
This followed President Trump's executive order designating Antifa as a domestic terrorist organization.
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem echoed the sentiment, comparing Antifa to various terrorist groups.
Despite these claims, connections between Antifa and specific violent incidents remain unproven.

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Story summary

U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi compared Antifa to the MS-13 gang, saying they are organized, funded, and cause chaos in Portland.
This followed President Trump's executive order designating Antifa as a domestic terrorist organization.
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem echoed the sentiment, comparing Antifa to various terrorist groups.
Despite these claims, connections between Antifa and specific violent incidents remain unproven.