Trump signs executive order declaring antifa a domestic terrorist organization

Published September 22, 2025 8:38pm ET



President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Monday officially designating antifa as a domestic terrorist organization.

The order comes after Trump and his administration officials have pledged to target “radical left” organizations following the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk on Sept. 10. 

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