Trump Signs Order Targeting Left-Wing Groups Over Alleged Political Violence

President Donald Trump has taken a strong stance against what he describes as rising left-wing political violence, particularly following the assassination of right-wing activist Charlie Kirk and a recent shooting at an ICE facility in Dallas. He signed an executive order designating antifa as a "domestic terrorist organization" and issued a presidential memorandum directing federal agencies to investigate and prosecute individuals and organizations funding left-wing violence. Trump has publicly blamed "radical left Democrats" for the violence, accusing them of demonizing law enforcement and inciting unrest, while downplaying violence from right-wing groups. His administration plans to utilize law enforcement, the IRS, and the Justice Department to crack down on what it calls organized political violence, including activities like doxing, swatting, rioting, and threats. Critics, including the ACLU and nonprofit organizations, warn that these actions threaten civil liberties and the nonprofit sector, arguing there is little evidence supporting claims of coordinated left-wing funding of violence. The moves have sparked debate over the balance between national security and protecting political dissent in America.