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WIRED Politics Lab

How Far-Right, Extremist Militias Organize On Facebook

May 2, 2024
Far-right militias are using Facebook to organize for the US election despite bans. The podcast explores Facebook's role, the rise of extremist groups, and their shift to social media. It delves into conspiracy theories around Walt Disney and JFK Jr., ending with a call to action for listeners.
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  • Far-right militias on Facebook recruit for combat training ahead of elections.
  • Militia groups use public groups as recruitment fronts for more extreme private networks.

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Militia Extremists Organizing on Facebook

Militia extremists have been reorganizing on Facebook, forming public and private groups to recruit for local militia activities across the US. Despite Facebook's safety standards, these groups have been preparing for the upcoming November election by encouraging combat training and readiness. Various militia individuals openly associate themselves with known militia terms, spreading ideologies and facilitating local in-person training, including firearms training and hand-to-hand combat preparation.

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