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FBI Director Fails to Detail Antifa Threat in Hearing

12/12/2025

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During the December 11, 2025 hearing, FBI Operations Director Michael Glasheen could not provide details about antifa, designated by U.S. President Donald Trump.
Glasheen called antifa a primary concern and failed to specify its size or location when pressed by Democratic Rep. Bennie Thompson.
Thompson criticized Glasheen for failing to substantiate antifa's threat level, noting the FBI's focus contrasts with higher historical levels of right-wing and jihadist violence.

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During the December 11, 2025 hearing, FBI Operations Director Michael Glasheen could not provide details about antifa, designated by U.S. President Donald Trump.
Glasheen called antifa a primary concern and failed to specify its size or location when pressed by Democratic Rep. Bennie Thompson.
Thompson criticized Glasheen for failing to substantiate antifa's threat level, noting the FBI's focus contrasts with higher historical levels of right-wing and jihadist violence.