Putting Antifa on trial? Our investigation of a new legal case, plus more this week in extremism

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A prosecution in San Diego could have serious implications for how the Antifa movement is prosecuted around the country. Meanwhile a book about the Proud Boys reveals a plan for a march days after the Jan. 6 insurrection. It's the week in extremism.

"Antifa" is commonly considered to be part of the far-left, a group Trump said was partially responsible for violence in Charlottesville, Virginia. Video provided by NewsyA prosecution of anti-fascist activists in San Diego is being decried by some experts as biased and political. It could alsoMeanwhile, a new book about theIt’s the week in extremism.published this week.

Almost a year later, the local DA announced charges, but only against the anti-fascists. Not one of the pro-Trump far-right group was charged. Experts said that makes the prosecution look political. The prosecution isn't just for the fighting. The alleged Antifa activists are charged with conspiracy, based on allegations they coordinated their attacks. This could effectively double their sentences.The DA, Summer Stephan, also has a history of pushing far-right conspiracy theories about Antifa.

My investigation revealed that the alleged victims in the case include people identified as some of the most notorious white supremacists in Southern California, including members of a group the Anti-Defamation League calls"Hard core white supremacists"The San Diego case is a test for prosecutors around the country, experts said.

 

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When the new Republican Party wins back the US House and Senate on November 8th, ANTIFA and BLM will be put on notice.

I'm tired of hearing Proud Boys called 'extremists.' since when is beating up people who don't agree with you 'extreme?' I do this every day

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