Changing Shape of Threats to American Democracy

The Atlantic Council's Digital Forensic Research Lab has reported on the adaptation and evolution of right-wing extremist groups. In response to increased scrutiny and pressure from the public, journalists, and law enforcement, these extremist groups have decentralized their organizing efforts to smaller, regional, and local levels. They have found that local organizing allows them to evade scrutiny while still being politically effective. Issues such as opposition to racial justice, critical race theory, and public safety mandates have become focal points for these groups.