The Rise of Militia Groups on Social Media

Militia groups, such as the USA Militia We the People, are finding a platform to organize and communicate through social media, particularly on Facebook. Reports indicate that such groups are capitalizing on sentiments of civil unrest and anti-government attitudes exacerbated by political events, including the January 6th insurrection. Despite being small in number, these groups are using Facebook to connect, recruit, and plan military-style training sessions, reflecting a growing trend of online recruitment among extremist organizations. This phenomenon highlights the challenges of monitoring and regulating extremist content in the digital space, especially as these groups aim to mobilize ahead of critical elections.