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Hammond Twins Accused of Leading Violent Antifa Protests

10/22/2025

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Hammond Twins Protests

The Hammond twins are alleged to lead a Chicago-based Antifa cell that has intensified protests against the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
They were detained during a protest on September 26.
They have been accused of doxxing opponents and promoting violence.
Their father supports Antifa but denies their leadership role.
Activists say the Hammonds harassed conservative parents, leading to job losses and school disruptions.

Right

IGD Closes Amid Crackdown

It's Going Down (IGD), an anarchist site, announced its shutdown amid the crackdown by U.S. President Donald Trump on Antifa.
IGD cited 'dire' conditions and said it could not continue as a grassroots platform.
A September executive order by U.S. President Donald Trump designated Antifa as a domestic terrorist organization, prompting broader law enforcement actions.
The Department of Justice previously linked IGD to criminal activities, including a train sabotage attempt.

Left

Trump's Antifa Misstep

Michael Gould-Wartofsky, writing for The New Republic, argues that U.S. President Donald Trump's declared war on "antifa" is misguided and likely to fail.
He says labeling anti-fascists as a domestic terror group would raise their visibility and support among Americans.
Gould-Wartofsky warns the move could backfire, increasing anti-fascism support (which polls show has doubled) and threatening democracy and civil liberties.

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Hammond Twins Protests

The Hammond twins are alleged to lead a Chicago-based Antifa cell that has intensified protests against the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
They were detained during a protest on September 26.
They have been accused of doxxing opponents and promoting violence.
Their father supports Antifa but denies their leadership role.
Activists say the Hammonds harassed conservative parents, leading to job losses and school disruptions.

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