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House Democrats Condemn Trump's Antifa Terrorism Label

10/18/2025

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Over 30 House Democrats condemned President Donald Trump's designation of antifa as a domestic terrorist organization in a letter dated October 16, 2025.
Led by Rep. Mark Pocan, Rep. Jared Huffman, and Rep. Pramila Jayapal, they criticized NSPM-7 for risking civil liberties.
They argued the memo’s vague language could target political dissent.
Las Vegas activists are preparing demonstrations as part of the No Kings protests.

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Over 30 House Democrats condemned President Donald Trump's designation of antifa as a domestic terrorist organization in a letter dated October 16, 2025.
Led by Rep. Mark Pocan, Rep. Jared Huffman, and Rep. Pramila Jayapal, they criticized NSPM-7 for risking civil liberties.
They argued the memo’s vague language could target political dissent.
Las Vegas activists are preparing demonstrations as part of the No Kings protests.