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Claimant: Social Media
Claim: Attorney General Pam Bondi instructed the FBI to identify and list “extremists” in the United States for investigation and prosecution.
Rating: TRUE
Explanation: Snopes confirmed the authenticity of a leaked DOJ memo instructing the FBI to prioritize identification of domestic extremists. The memo defined extremists as individuals or groups advocating violence or threats of violence to advance political or social goals, including support for overthrowing the U.S. government, political assassinations, or other violent actions.
Date: 12/16/2025
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Last Updated on December 16, 2025 by Media Bias Fact Check