America Enters Era of Political Violence

Person holding a gun in a crowded street.

A former FBI agent’s chilling warning reveals that the surge of leftist violence targeting conservatives, ICE officers, and ordinary Americans is just the beginning of a dangerous escalation threatening our constitutional republic.

Story Snapshot

Former FBI agent Jonathan Gilliam warns political violence has “just started” and will worsen in 2026
Conservative influencer Charlie Kirk assassinated on September 10, 2025, marking shift to targeting ordinary citizens
DHS reports shocking 1,150% increase in assaults on ICE officers during 2025
Violence increasingly targets conservatives, law enforcement, and traditional values advocates

FBI Expert Sounds Alarm on Escalating Threats

Former FBI agent Jonathan Gilliam delivered a stark warning about America’s dangerous trajectory toward normalized political violence. Speaking to Fox News Digital, Gilliam emphasized that recent attacks represent only the beginning of a coordinated assault on conservative voices and law enforcement. His analysis highlights how ideological extremism has evolved from targeting high-profile political figures to assassinating ordinary citizens who dare to promote traditional American values.

The pattern Gilliam describes reveals a disturbing shift in tactics. Unlike historical political violence aimed at presidents or national leaders, today’s attacks specifically target conservatives who engage in campus dialogue and immigration enforcement officers. This represents a fundamental threat to free speech and the rule of law that forms the backbone of our constitutional republic.

Conservative Leaders Under Deadly Assault

The assassination of Charlie Kirk on September 10, 2025, exemplifies this new wave of targeted violence against conservative voices. Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA and father of two, was gunned down on a Utah campus by Tyler Robinson, who allegedly harbored deep hatred for Kirk’s conservative views. This calculated murder demonstrates how leftist radicals now view political assassination as an acceptable tool to silence opposition.

Robinson’s attack followed a disturbing pattern of online radicalization that has become commonplace among left-wing extremists. The suspect confessed online and now faces federal charges including potential death penalty considerations. Kirk’s murder represents more than personal tragedy—it signals open season on any American who dares promote conservative principles on college campuses or in public forums.

Immigration Enforcement Under Siege

The Department of Homeland Security documented an unprecedented 1,150% increase in assaults against ICE officers during 2025, revealing the scope of coordinated attacks on immigration enforcement. This staggering rise coincides with the September shooting at a Dallas ICE facility by Joshua Jahn, who killed one detainee while attempting to disrupt lawful immigration proceedings. Jahn’s anti-ICE ideology drove him to track federal agents through mobile applications before executing his terror attack.

These attacks on ICE represent direct assaults on American sovereignty and the rule of law. When extremists target immigration enforcement officers, they undermine the very foundation of border security that protects American citizens. The normalization of such violence threatens to paralyze essential government functions and embolden further attacks on law enforcement personnel across all agencies.

Violence Normalization Threatens Constitutional Order

The public celebration of Luigi Mangione’s assassination of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson reveals how leftist ideology has normalized political violence as heroic action. This dangerous shift in public perception creates an environment where extremists view murder as justified resistance rather than criminal terrorism. Former FBI SWAT team leader Greg Rogers warns that this normalization represents an unprecedented threat to civil society and constitutional governance.

The pattern extends beyond individual attacks to systemic targeting of traditional institutions including churches, pro-life organizations, and conservative educational groups. Online platforms enable rapid radicalization while mainstream media outlets fail to adequately condemn leftist violence, creating a permissive environment for future attacks. Without immediate action to restore respect for constitutional principles and peaceful political discourse, America faces the prospect of widespread civil unrest targeting anyone who upholds traditional values.