Law Enforcement's Growing Concern: Far-Right Violence as Top Domestic Terrorism Threat
Far-right violence, including groups like the Proud Boys, is a growing threat and the top domestic terrorism concern for U.S. law enforcement. The recent sentencing of Enrique Tarrio, leader of the Proud Boys, highlights the intent and planning behind the January 6 insurrection. However, experts warn that these sentences alone will not stop the recruitment and belief in extremist ideologies. The trend of domestic terrorism arrests and threats against public officials continues to rise, indicating a pervasive problem that requires societal intervention and a rejection of violence and rhetoric. The broader white power movement, including other groups like the Oath Keepers and Two Percenters, as well as underground organizations, pose an ongoing threat that cannot be underestimated.