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White House Labels Left, Pro-Trans Groups Threats, Skips Right-Wing Extremism

5/9/2026

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The White House released a Counterterrorism Strategy labeling left-wing, anarchist and “pro-transgender” groups as threats after Charlie Kirk’s September killing.
The memo omits far-right extremism despite data showing it as the deadliest threat.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent called Kirk’s death a “domestic 9/11,” while Heritage Foundation urged the FBI to label trans advocacy as extremist.
Rep. Bennie G. Thompson condemned the memo for ignoring right-wing threats and citing “fake” achievements.

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Story summary

The White House released a Counterterrorism Strategy labeling left-wing, anarchist and “pro-transgender” groups as threats after Charlie Kirk’s September killing.
The memo omits far-right extremism despite data showing it as the deadliest threat.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent called Kirk’s death a “domestic 9/11,” while Heritage Foundation urged the FBI to label trans advocacy as extremist.
Rep. Bennie G. Thompson condemned the memo for ignoring right-wing threats and citing “fake” achievements.