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In a significant move, U.S. President Donald Trump announced on September 17, 2025, his intention to designate Antifa as a “major terrorist organization.” This decision follows the recent assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, allegedly by an individual with left-wing affiliations. While Antifa is a decentralized movement without a formal hierarchy, Trump described it as a “sick, dangerous, radical left disaster” and called for investigations into its funding sources (The Guardian).
Following the U.S. announcement, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán declared that Hungary would designate Antifa as a terrorist organization, citing a 2023 incident in Budapest where Antifa activists allegedly assaulted attendees of a far-right event. Orbán criticized the European Union for not taking similar action and urged EU officials to align with the U.S. stance (AP News).
These designations have sparked debates about the balance between national security and civil liberties. Critics argue that labeling a loosely affiliated movement as a terrorist organization could infringe upon free speech and assembly rights. Supporters contend that such measures are necessary to address the violent actions of certain factions within the movement. As discussions continue, the implications of these designations on domestic and international policies remain to be seen.
References
- Reuters: Trump designates anti-fascist Antifa movement as a terrorist organization
- AP News: Hungary, following Trump, will designate antifa a terrorist organization, Orbán says
- The Guardian: Trump says he plans to designate antifa as ‘major terrorist organization’
- Al Jazeera: Hungary urges EU to classify antifa as a ‘terrorist’ group
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