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Declassified documents released on May 24, 2025, by Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard show the Biden administration labeled COVID-19 lockdown critics as “domestic violent extremists” (DVEs).
The documents include a 2021 analysis from the FBI, Department of Homeland Security, and National Counterterrorism Center.
The seven-page report is titled “DVEs and Foreign Analogues May React Violently to COVID-19 Mitigation Mandates.”
It outlines criteria for identifying domestic threats, including opposition to mRNA vaccine technology and belief in related conspiracy theories.
The report suggests people expressing skepticism about vaccines or mandates could pose security risks. Former FBI agent Steve Friend said this provided grounds for investigating political dissenters, Trending Politics reported.
Friend added that the classification allowed officials to flag and suppress certain viewpoints on social media. He claimed agencies used the “domestic extremism” label to push for content removal.
Gabbard stated in a Fox News interview that Americans were being targeted for exercising their First Amendment rights. She criticized the administration for equating political beliefs with violent extremism.
The report even acknowledged that some DVEs could be engaging in constitutionally protected activity.
Despite that, authorities used it to justify censorship of speech related to COVID policies.
Internal communications from the “Twitter Files” showed direct contact between the White House and tech companies. Emails revealed pressure from the administration to suppress content causing “vaccine hesitancy.”
In March 2021, White House digital director Rob Flaherty complained to Facebook about posts critical of vaccines. He warned that the administration was deeply concerned over what it saw as harmful narratives.
Gabbard confirmed the administration flagged posts from people opposed to mandates and forced vaccinations in schools. She also raised concern about the targeting of parents who spoke out against mask requirements.
The documents show that officials treated skepticism toward pandemic mandates as an extremist indicator. A broad range of Americans—activists, parents, and regular citizens—were swept into this framework.
Critics argue this blurred the line between lawful dissent and domestic terrorism. They say it opened the door for silencing opposition and punishing free speech.
Some supporters claim the strategy was aimed at reducing threats during a national crisis. They argue monitoring certain rhetoric was necessary for public safety.
The revelations have reignited debate over government overreach and the limits of federal surveillance. Civil liberties groups and lawmakers are calling for greater transparency and oversight.
As these details surface, the discussion continues over how dissent is treated in America. Many believe the classification of lockdown opponents as extremists should not be repeated.
From resistthemainstream.com
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