The Left’s Street Militants: From Portland to the Present

For more than five years, Antifa and other leftist groups have terrorized America’s blue cities, turning places like Portland into war zones. From riots and assaults to arson and intimidation, their violence has only escalated — and now it’s inspiring political assassins, including the killer of Charlie Kirk. Even worse, Democrats have provided cover and funding for these extremist networks, allowing them to thrive unchecked. The evidence is clear: this is not random chaos, but a sustained campaign of left-wing terror. On this episode of The Spectacle Podcast, host Scott McKay is joined by Daniel Greenfield as they expose the left’s growing wave of domestic terror, from Antifa’s reign of violence in Portland to the Democrats who bankroll them. They also trace how the Charlie Kirk assassin drew inspiration from these groups, revealing the disturbing link between street violence and political murder. Tune in for a look at how the left’s militant wing has reshaped America’s cities and threatens our future.