What Next | Trump’s Gift to Militias

Jan 27, 2025

Josh Kaplan, a ProPublica reporter specializing in January 6th events and right-wing militias, dives deep into the alarming resurgence of militia groups like the Proud Boys and Oath Keepers. He discusses how Trump’s potential pardons for January 6 rioters have boosted these groups' legitimacy. Kaplan highlights the timeline of militia growth in America, touching on their strategies, recruitment tactics, and the chilling implications for political violence. The conversation paints a stark picture of the evolving landscape of right-wing extremism in the country.

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

The Reckoning of Right-Wing Militias Post-Pardons

01:30 • 4min

The Rise of Militias in America: A Timeline of Tension

05:58 • 5min

Militia Resurgence: Aftermath of January 6th

10:34 • 5min

Militia Resurgence and Environmental Challenges

15:57 • 11min

The Resurgence of Militia Violence: Political Signals and Historical Context

26:27 • 4min