Hard-right groups have expanded their influence across US government, report finds
Summary
A new report by the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) says hard-right groups have grown their influence within the US government under President Donald Trump’s second term, which began in 2025. The report highlights changes in federal law enforcement, presidential pardons, and the rise of far-right figures in powerful positions.Key Facts
- The SPLC identified 1,263 hate and anti-government groups active in 2025.
- The Trump administration has shifted some federal law enforcement focus from violent crime to immigration raids.
- About 23% of FBI agents have been reassigned to immigration enforcement, reducing staff in areas like counter-terrorism and cybercrime.
- President Trump has pardoned around 1,500 people involved in the January 6 Capitol attack.
- Several senior officials confirmed during Trump’s term have made racist or misogynistic statements.
- The administration ended a national database tracking domestic terrorism and removed a study showing far-right violence is the leading cause of domestic terrorism.
- Young right-wing influencers have gained access to the federal government and helped promote policies targeting immigrants, LGBTQ+ people, women, and poor communities.
- Trump’s state department labeled four left-wing military groups as foreign terrorist organizations after discussions about designating Antifa in that way.
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