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Raskin Challenges Noem Over "Domestic Terrorist" Claims

3/5/2026

Summary

Story summary

Rep. Jamie Raskin pressed Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem at a House Judiciary Committee hearing over labeling Renee Good and Alex Pretti as "domestic terrorists" after their deaths by federal agents.
Raskin criticized the claim as lacking evidence and asked Noem to retract it.
Noem said ongoing investigations could yield different conclusions.
Raskin noted acting ICE director denied knowledge that Good and Pretti were domestic terrorists, increasing calls for accountability.

History

Historical Context

The Domestic Terrorism Act of 1990 established a framework for addressing domestic terrorism in the U.S., empowering agencies like the FBI to monitor threats. This law emerged amid rising concerns over violent extremism, particularly from white supremacist groups, which accounted for 73% of deadly extremist incidents since 9/11. Recent hearings reflect ongoing debates about the implications of labeling individuals as domestic terrorists.

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Story summary

Rep. Jamie Raskin pressed Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem at a House Judiciary Committee hearing over labeling Renee Good and Alex Pretti as "domestic terrorists" after their deaths by federal agents.
Raskin criticized the claim as lacking evidence and asked Noem to retract it.
Noem said ongoing investigations could yield different conclusions.
Raskin noted acting ICE director denied knowledge that Good and Pretti were domestic terrorists, increasing calls for accountability.

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