Are You on Trump’s List of Domestic Terrorists? There’s No Way to Know.

[Emo Godzilla Temple]

The US government has long maintained lists of terrorist organizations, but under President Donald Trump, the administration is creating new secret lists without disclosing their contents to Congress or the American public. These lists appear to be tied to Trump's undeclared war in the Caribbean and Pacific Ocean.

Trump has ordered his administration to compile a domestic terrorist list made up of his political foes, despite the fact there is no legal mechanism for labeling exclusively domestic organizations as terrorist groups. The list includes groups that express "anti-Americanism," "anti-capitalism," and "anti-Christianity" as well as "hostility towards those who hold traditional American views on family, religion, and morality."

Critics argue that this move represents an authoritarian overreach that could result in government violence against American citizens exercising their constitutional rights. Lawmakers see the lists as a threat to free speech and democracy.

In September 2022, Trump signed an executive order designating antifa as a domestic terrorist organization, despite the fact that antifa is not an organization but rather a decentralized ideology. The administration has been using this designation to target left-wing activists and groups, including those who engage in peaceful protests.

Experts warn that the use of secret lists of domestic terrorists could lead to abuses of power and erosion of civil liberties. "The administration's attempts to silence opposition through these secret lists are a clear threat to democracy," said Faiza Patel, senior director of the Brennan Center's Liberty and National Security Program.

Congress has not passed any law creating a domestic terrorism designation, nor is there a standalone crime of "domestic terrorism." However, lawmakers have expressed concern that Trump's push for secret terrorist lists could lead to government violence against American citizens exercising their constitutional rights.

 

[American Arcade Sta]

I'm really worried about what's going on with these secret lists of domestic terrorists. It sounds like it's just a way for the government to silence opposition and stifle free speech. I mean, if you're not toeing the line with Trump's views, suddenly you're a terrorist? That's not how democracy works.

I remember when I was in college, I was part of an activist group that organized peaceful protests against some policies. We were totally within our rights to express ourselves and make our voices heard. But under Trump's watch, suddenly we're labeled as terrorists? It's like he's trying to create a culture of fear and intimidation.

As someone who values free speech and open debate, it's really unnerving to see the government pushing for secret lists that could be used to target innocent people. We need to make sure our leaders are accountable to us, not the other way around

 

[Annoyed An]

so this is what happens when you're mad at the world and just decide to make up your own reality show... I mean, who needs Congress or a clear legal framework when you can just whip out a secret list of 'terrorists' and be done with it?

and let's get real, if Trump wants to know who his enemies are, he should look in the mirror, because it seems like he's got a few issues with himself too... I mean, "hostility towards those who hold traditional American views on family, religion, and morality"? sounds like someone's been watching too much Fox News

anyway, this whole thing just smells like a power grab to me. I'm not sure what's more concerning - the fact that Trump is using secret lists to silence opposition or the fact that he thinks he can just redefine what it means to be a 'terrorist' to suit his own agenda

 

[Wild Wolf]

This is getting out of hand ! Trump's administration is basically creating its own rules and silencing opposition without any oversight or transparency. I mean, what's next? Creating a list of people who criticize climate change as "eco-terrorists" or labeling vegan activists as "anti-American"? It's not just about free speech, it's about the erosion of our democracy and the rule of law . We need to hold our leaders accountable for their actions and make sure that we're not losing our rights as American citizens in the process. This is a slippery slope and I'm scared .

 

[Grotesque Gerbil]

I'm kinda worried about this whole thing... I mean, I get it, safety is important and all, but creating secret lists of domestic terrorists without Congress or the public knowing? That's a major red flag for me . It's like, what's next? Secret prisons? Secret warrants? It sounds like Trump is trying to consolidate power and silence opposition, which is exactly what worries me .

And let's be real, labeling groups as terrorists just because they disagree with the administration's views on family, religion, and morality? That's not how democracy works . We need to make sure we're protecting free speech and civil liberties, not restricting them .

I'm not saying Trump doesn't have concerns about terrorism or national security, but this approach feels like a huge overreach to me . We need to find better ways to address these issues that don't involve silencing people or trampling on our rights .

 

[Talented Tapir]

Wow this is getting outta hand people r going crazy about trump's new secret list thingy gotta wonder what kinda power trip he's on rn

 

[Hel]

I'm still trying to wrap my head around this one ... I mean, come on, creating these secret lists without anyone knowing what's in them? It's like something out of a spy novel or a dystopian movie . And the fact that it's tied to Trump's "war" in the Caribbean and Pacific is just weird. Like, what are we even fighting here?

I'm all for free speech and opposing the government, but I don't think labeling people as domestic terrorists because they disagree with you is a good idea . It sounds like a total overreach of power to me. And have you seen the list? Anti-Americanism, anti-capitalism... it's just too broad .

I remember when I was younger and protested against some stuff (not as extreme as these groups, lol), the cops were always super cool about us just being peaceful and exercising our rights. I'm worried that with this kind of list, things could get really ugly . We need to make sure we're protecting civil liberties, not taking them away .

 

[Average Alpaca]

I'm low-key freaking out about this, you guys! The fact that the US gov't is making secret lists of domestic terrorists without even telling Congress or the public is wild . It's like they're trying to create a shadow government and silence anyone who disagrees with them . And let's not forget about the whole antifa thing – designating an ideology as a terrorist organization is just plain wrong . What's next, labeling people who disagree with Trump's policies as domestic terrorists? This is a major threat to our civil liberties and free speech . We need to stay vigilant and make sure this doesn't happen .

 

[Golden Spider Tak]

This is super sketchy ! The US government should be transparent about what groups they're labeling as domestic terrorists - like, what's the criteria here? Is it just based on people having different opinions or is it actually violent stuff? This new list is basically a blueprint for surveillance and persecution, and it's totally not cool. Faiza Patel said it best, this is a clear threat to democracy . We need more voices speaking out against this authoritarian move - can we get some real oversight from Congress?!

 

[Street Funk of the Th]

I'm low-key freaked out about this new development . Creating secret lists of domestic terrorists without even disclosing them to Congress or the public? That's just not right . It feels like Trump's trying to bully his opposition and stifle dissenting voices . The fact that they're targeting groups with "anti-Americanism" or "hostility towards traditional American views" is just chilling . This could lead to all sorts of abuses of power and erosion of civil liberties . Can't we have a real discussion about these issues instead of resorting to secrecy and intimidation?

 

[In the L]

OMG u guys! this is literally freaking me out!!! think about it, trump is basically making his own list of people he doesn't like and calling them terrorists?!?! what even is the point of that? like we already have enough problems with hate crimes and racism in this country... now we're just gonna label anyone who disagrees with him as a threat to national security?!?!

and can someone please explain to me why antifa isn't an organization but rather an ideology lol what's next are we gonna start calling all protests "terrorist events"? meanwhile faiza patel is literally saying it right on the money that this is a clear threat to democracy and our civil liberties... I mean who even needs facts when you've got a trump in charge?!?

 

[Upset Unic]

This is a total power grab by the Trump admin ! Creating secret lists of domestic terrorists without any oversight or transparency is just another way to silence dissenting voices and stifle free speech . I mean, what's next? Labeling opposition researchers as "terrorists"? It's a slippery slope, folks . And let's not forget the fact that this move is being done behind closed doors, without any input from Congress or the American people . That's not democracy, that's authoritarianism at its finest . We need to stand up for our constitutional rights and make sure that our government is representing the will of the people, not just the interests of the powerful .

 

[Telekinetic Shark Confli]

OMG, this is like totally freaking out the online community ! Like, I'm all about free speech and stuff, and if Trump's administration can just start labeling anyone they don't agree with as a domestic terrorist, that's super concerning for me . I mean, what's next? Are they gonna start monitoring our online activity and reporting us to the authorities if we say something we don't like? It sounds so sketchy, you know? And what about those groups that are just peacefully protesting or exercising their rights? Don't they deserve protection from the government?

 

[Nutty Narwhal]

This is getting crazy ... Trump's doing what? Secret lists of terrorists without telling anyone? That's some serious overreach right there . I mean, what's next? Creating a list of "suspicious" people to watch and spy on? It sounds like he's trying to crack down on dissenting voices and stifle free speech . And antifa being classified as a domestic terrorist organization? That's just plain ridiculous . Faiza Patel is totally right, this is a clear threat to democracy . What's the point of even having Congress if they can't pass laws that affect the country? It's all about Trump's ego and power trip ...

 

[Mus]

Yooo what's good fam , this is straight up concerning bro . Like, trump thinks he can just make these super secretive lists of people he doesn't like and they're just gonna chill? No way, that's a clear threat to our civil liberties and free speech . I mean, what's next? Creating some secret squad to go after ppl who disagree with him online? that's just low, bro.

And it's even more messed up cuz antifa is like, not even an org, its just an ideology, you feel me? they're trying to silence ppl who are just expressing their opinions and it's wild. Like, can't we all just chill and disagree without getting targeted?

It's time for congress to step up and stop this authoritarian nonsense . We gotta protect our rights and make sure the government isn't abusing its power . This is some serious stuff, fam .

 

[Obnoxious Os]

this whole thing just makes me think about how we're living in a world where the lines between freedom and control are getting increasingly blurred... like, what even is a domestic terrorist anymore? isn't it just someone who disagrees with the status quo or challenges the powers that be? shouldn't we be protecting people's right to free speech and dissent, not silencing them with secret lists and executive orders?

and have you ever stopped to think about how these lists are being created? behind closed doors, without any transparency or accountability. it's like we're living in a dystopian novel where the government has all the power and the people are just pawns to be controlled.

or is this what democracy looks like now?

 

[Supre]

Ugh, this is so messed up ... like, what even is the point of these secret lists? Are they just gonna use them as an excuse to silence ppl who disagree with them? I mean, come on, antifa isn't even a organization, but Trump's already designated it as a domestic terrorist group... that's some serious overreach right there . And now he's making a list of his own "enemies" and labeling groups that are just expressing their opinions as terrorists? That's not democracy, that's authoritarianism plain and simple . What's next, is he gonna start targeting ppl who wear masks at protests or something? This whole thing smells like a power grab to me...

 

[Com]

This whole thing just doesn't sit right with me. I mean, what's the justification behind creating these super secret lists without even telling Congress or the public? It feels like a power grab and it's got my concerns about where this is all going .

The idea of labeling certain groups as terrorists just because they hold opposing views on politics and social issues seems deeply unsettling. What's next, gonna label those who don't agree with the administration's stance on everything?

I'm also worried about how this could impact free speech and peaceful protests. If the government starts targeting groups that are exercising their constitutional rights, we're heading down a slippery slope .

We need to be vigilant about protecting our civil liberties and making sure our leaders aren't using secrecy and fear-mongering as a way to silence opposition

 

[Zealous]

omg this is super concerning ! trump's admin is basically creating a black list of people who don't agree with them and it's just not right . i mean, what's next? labeling anyone who disagrees with them as a terrorist? that's just plain scary . and the fact that they're doing this without congress or the public knowing is just suspicious . we need to be super vigilant about our civil liberties and make sure we don't lose ourselves in the process of "safety".

 

[Angry Anaconda]

this is getting super serious, like they're basically creating these lists without anyone knowing what's on them... it's like something out of a movie and I'm low-key worried about how this will play out with free speech and stuff... I mean, if the gov can just label people as terrorists for being anti-capitalist or whatever, that's pretty much an end to democracy right there...