Mike Belcher posted a series of tweets on September 12 and 13, 2025, addressing concerns about foreign influence and organizational designations related to terrorism.
On September 12, Belcher wrote, “As I said. Expect a concerted effort.” Later that evening, he shared another post with only a link: “https://t.co/qUD4cYD8o0”.
The following day, Belcher elaborated on his previous statements by tweeting, “Not ‘domestic.’ It’s a FTO – foreign terrorist organization. It’s origins are in Communist Germany. It’s still connected to Communist nations abroad, and Communist movements in the EU and elsewhere. FTO is the designation needed.”
Belcher’s comments reflect ongoing debates regarding the classification of certain organizations as foreign terrorist organizations (FTOs) under U.S. law. The process for designating an entity as an FTO involves specific criteria set by the U.S. Department of State and has implications for law enforcement and international relations.
