Nine alleged anti-fascist activists face trial in Texas, accused of domestic terrorism following a July 4 attack on a Prairieland ICE facility. The case highlights former President Donald Trump’s call to label anti-fascist groups as terrorists, raising critical questions about how protest is defined under federal law.

From the Boston Tea Party to the civil rights marches, Americans have long exercised their right to protest—an essential thread in the fabric of our nation. As questions arise about trust in leadership, the enduring right to protest remains a cornerstone of American democracy.