Is Antifa a violent gang? Plenty on the Right have long thought as much, and now a court may be set to agree. A little-reported trial in San Diego could have massive implications for the future of activist groups, after two men were charged for organising a fight under the flag of the far-Left Antifa. The pair could may be prosecuted under a gang-style conspiracy conviction, meaning a potentially much harsher sentence. More than that, Antifa would be legally considered an extremist group.

Some lawyers are fretting about whether this opens the door for those who protest as anti-fascists to be pursued by law enforcement, and whether this hinders free speech. In contrast, prosecutors in the case believe it is important to stop a potentially widespread violent threat from the radical Left. No doubt the Proud Boys will receive the same treatment…