For years, Antifa has operated in the shadows, causing chaos in cities across America. Many on the left tried to pretend it didn’t exist, or worse, excused its violent tactics.
But this week, President Donald Trump cut through the noise and made it official: his administration will move to designate Antifa as a terrorist organization.
This is big news for folks here in Nevada and across the country who have watched Antifa rioters smash windows, set fires, and intimidate anyone who disagrees with them.
Expect a lot of liberal and left-wing media propaganda the next few days about Antifa. They will say the movement doesn’t organize into groups and that those involved are peaceful, racial justice activists simply opposed to fascism.
Don’t let them get away with lying.
— Andy Ngo (@MrAndyNgo) September 18, 2025
Andy Ngo Took the Blows So Americans Could See the Truth
One man in particular deserves credit for shining a light on what Antifa was really doing.
Andy Ngo, a journalist who risked his life to cover the group, was often targeted and even beaten for simply reporting the facts.
Unlike most mainstream reporters, Ngo didn’t look the other way. He showed Americans what was really happening in Portland and beyond.
That kind of courage – to keep reporting even after being demonized by the left – played a huge role in building the case against Antifa.
Why This Matters in Nevada
Nevadans don’t need a lecture on what happens when groups like Antifa are allowed to run wild.
During the unrest in 2020, protests in Reno turned violent, leading to the ransacking of City Hall. Small businesses in Las Vegas also felt the impact of broken windows, looting, and intimidation.
Families here saw firsthand that so-called “protesters” often crossed the line into mob behavior.
Law enforcement in Nevada has worked hard to keep our communities safe, but without strong federal backing, it’s been an uphill battle.
Trump’s move sends a message that groups promoting political violence won’t be given a free pass.
What Critics Are Saying
Some on the left argue that labeling Antifa as a terrorist organization is too extreme or that it might infringe on free speech.
But this isn’t about speech – it’s about violence.
Americans have the right to protest, but they don’t have the right to smash up downtown Reno or threaten casino workers on the Strip.
Even here in Nevada, groups tied to Antifa have tried to disrupt conservative events and silence opposing voices. When threats and intimidation replace debate, democracy itself suffers.
Standing Up for Safety and Freedom
Families shouldn’t have to worry about masked mobs taking over their streets. Business owners shouldn’t have to board up their shops every time Antifa decides to make a statement.
By calling Antifa what it really is – a terrorist group – Trump is drawing a clear line in the sand. Violence has no place in our politics. Period.
And as Andy Ngo’s reporting showed us, ignoring Antifa doesn’t make it go away. It only emboldens them. Recognizing the threat is the first step to stopping it.
The Bottom Line
Nevadans want safe streets, thriving businesses, and the freedom to speak their minds without fear of being shouted down or attacked.
Trump’s decision to designate Antifa a terrorist organization puts Washington on the side of law-abiding citizens instead of lawless mobs.
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