President Donald Trump announced Wednesday that Antifa will be formally designated as a terrorist group.
He also pledged to investigate those who bankroll the radical movement.
Trump’s Announcement
Trump made the declaration in a post on Truth Social.
“I am designating ANTIFA, A SICK, DANGEROUS, RADICAL LEFT DISASTER, AS A MAJOR TERRORIST ORGANIZATION,” he wrote.
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The president added that financiers of Antifa will face scrutiny.
He said they will be investigated under the “highest legal standards.”
The message ended with Trump thanking Americans for their attention.
Antifa’s Profile
Antifa stands for “anti-fascist” but is widely seen as violent.
Members often appear at protests dressed in black.
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They are known to clash with police and spark riots.
The group has no centralized leadership structure.
Critics say its shadowy nature makes it difficult to track.
Trump has long argued it should be treated as a terror group.
Political Context
Trump had already signaled support for the designation earlier this week.
He told reporters he was “100%” in favor of the move.
Conservatives have demanded tougher action against left-wing radicals.
The demand intensified after Charlie Kirk’s assassination last week.
Authorities say Kirk’s accused killer was steeped in leftist ideology.
The president linked the violence directly to extremist movements.
Investigations Coming
Trump promised probes into anyone funding Antifa operations.
He suggested these backers would face full accountability.
Supporters say following the money will help dismantle the network.
Officials expect law enforcement agencies to begin reviews soon.
Federal prosecutors will likely handle any resulting charges.
National Impact
The announcement drew praise from Trump’s conservative base.
They view Antifa as a domestic threat on par with jihadist groups.
Democrats are expected to challenge the move on free speech grounds.
Civil libertarians argue Antifa is not a formal organization.
Trump dismissed those objections, calling the group “radical left chaos.”
