Trump Revives Law To Go After Protesters After Kirk Shooting

As President Donald Trump considers potential legal actions against his adversaries, particularly in the wake of Charlie Kirk's assassination, he often invokes the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO). Trump intends to file racketeering claims against leftist organizations he alleges are responsible for inciting violence. This perspective resonates with several influential Republicans, who are promoting the inclusion of rioting as a prosecutable offense under this historic statute aimed at dismantling organized crime. The assassination of Kirk has amplified calls from conservative figures to deploy federal powers against alleged leftist threats. Ongoing discussions with Attorney General Pam Bondi revolve around employing RICO against liberal groups. However, critics like Cole Leiter from Americans Against Government Censorship caution that such actions may infringe on the rights of peaceful protesters. Conversely, proponents like Cully Stimson assert that RICO is vital for preventing violence. Legal analysts, however, advise that proving RICO cases is intricate and may financially burden the organizations targeted.