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Trump's NSPM-7 Sparks Controversy Over Civil Rights and Terrorism

10/17/2025

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National Security Presidential Memorandum 7 (NSPM-7), issued by President Donald Trump, labels civil society groups as 'enemy within' and directs Joint Terrorism Task Forces to investigate political violence.
Critics say NSPM-7 misuses 'domestic terrorism,' lacks legal grounding, and conflates beliefs with crime.
Memo does not create new federal powers and uses vague language that could chill free speech.
Advocates stress educating communities about rights when engaging with federal agencies.

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National Security Presidential Memorandum 7 (NSPM-7), issued by President Donald Trump, labels civil society groups as 'enemy within' and directs Joint Terrorism Task Forces to investigate political violence.
Critics say NSPM-7 misuses 'domestic terrorism,' lacks legal grounding, and conflates beliefs with crime.
Memo does not create new federal powers and uses vague language that could chill free speech.
Advocates stress educating communities about rights when engaging with federal agencies.