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Democrat Rep. Haaland: Antifa Are ‘Peaceful Protesters’ Trying To Protect Portland From ‘Terrorism’

Ryan Saavedra
Democrat Rep. Haaland: Antifa Are ‘Peaceful Protesters’ Trying To Protect Portland From ‘Terrorism’
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Democrat Rep. Debra Haaland (NM) proclaimed on Sunday that far-left extremist group Antifa consists of “peaceful protesters” who are just trying to protect Portland from “domestic terrorism.”

Haaland’s remarks came in response to a tweet from President Donald Trump, who wrote on Saturday: “Major consideration is being given to naming ANTIFA an ‘ORGANIZATION OF TERROR.’ Portland is being watched very closely. Hopefully the Mayor will be able to properly do his job!”

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