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Congressional Hearing on Anti-Democratic Extremist Groups

Original title: CONFRONTING WHITE SUPREMACY (PART VII): THE EVOLUTION OF ANTI-DEMOCRATIC EXTREMIST GROUPS AND THE ONGOING THREAT TO DEMOCRACY

Record date · January 1, 2023

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What This Bill Does

The House Subcommittee on Civil Rights and Civil Liberties held a hearing on December 13, 2022, to examine the evolution of anti-democratic extremist groups and their impact on American democracy. This was the seventh part of a series focused on confronting white supremacy.

Why it matters

This hearing serves as a formal record of expert testimony and congressional inquiry into the activities of extremist groups, which informs potential future legislative or oversight actions regarding domestic security and civil rights.

Who It Affects

Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.

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General Public

The hearing addresses national security and democratic stability, which impacts the general population.

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Subcommittee Members

Members are responsible for conducting oversight and evaluating testimony for potential policy development.

Key Facts

  • The hearing took place on December 13, 2022, in the Rayburn House Office Building.
  • This session was the seventh installment of the 'Confronting White Supremacy' hearing series.
  • Six expert witnesses provided oral testimony regarding extremist groups and threats to democracy.
  • Representative Andy Biggs submitted several documents for the record, including handouts on 'Use of Force', 'Search and Seizure', 'Firearm Safety', and 'Citizens Posse Pinal County Description'.
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  • Representative Nancy Mace submitted 'Tweets Docs' for the record.
  • The hearing was conducted by the Subcommittee on Civil Rights and Civil Liberties of the Committee on Oversight and Reform.

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the purpose of this hearing?
The hearing was held to examine the evolution of anti-democratic extremist groups and their ongoing threat to democracy.
Who testified at the hearing?
Witnesses included Eric Ward, Oren Segal, Alejandra Caraballo, Asra Nomani, Amanda Tyler, and Mary McCord.

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Discoveries

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Diverse Document Submission

Representative Biggs submitted a wide range of materials, including firearm safety and search and seizure handouts, which contrast with the primary focus of the hearing on white supremacy.

Connected Entities

Amanda Tyler, Jamie Raskin, Oren Segal and 6 more
PersonAmanda Tyler“Witness, Executive Director of Baptist Joint Committee for Religious Liberty”Map →
PersonJamie Raskin“Chairman of the Subcommittee on Civil Rights and Civil Liberties”Map →
PersonOren Segal“Witness, Vice President of Center on Extremism at ADL”Map →
PersonMary McCord“Witness, Executive Director of Institute for Constitutional Advocacy and Protect”Map →
PersonAsra Nomani“Witness, Senior Fellow at Independent Women's Network”Map →
PersonAndy Biggs“Representative who submitted multiple handouts for the record”Map →
PersonEric Ward“Witness, Senior Advisor at Western States Center”Map →
PersonAlejandra Caraballo“Witness, Clinical Instructor at Harvard Law School”Map →
PersonNancy Mace“Ranking Minority Member of the Subcommittee”Map →

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