Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has unveiled a new initiative aimed at combating politically motivated violence in the state. The “Combat Violent Extremism Portal,” announced this week, will serve as a digital reporting tool where citizens can submit evidence of threats or acts of political violence.
Uthmeier stressed that the move was a direct response to the growing climate of hostility, including the assassination of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk earlier this year. “The idea of someone being assassinated for peacefully opposing radical ideals is vile and anti-American,” Uthmeier wrote in a social media update. “Threats of political violence will not be tolerated in Florida.”
According to a press release, the portal allows users to upload screenshots, videos, and other forms of documentation, either anonymously or with identifying details. Submissions will be reviewed by a statewide prosecutor, who will determine whether an investigation is warranted.
The announcement comes amid reports of a dramatic rise in politically motivated attacks nationwide. Federal data shows that assaults on ICE officers have surged by more than 1,000% over the past year, while online threats and celebrations of Kirk’s murder spread in the aftermath of his assassination.
Statewide Prosecutor Brad McVay emphasized that Florida law will be enforced strictly: “Any individual who makes a threat that violates Florida law will be dealt with immediately.”
Florida’s Commissioner of Education, Anastasios Kamoutsas, also weighed in, pointing to accountability for educators. He announced probable cause to revoke the teaching license of a Clay County elementary teacher who publicly celebrated Kirk’s death on social media. The teacher had posted: “This may not be the obituary we were all hoping to wake up to, but this is a close second for me,” alongside an article about the assassination.
Kamoutsas outlined four charges against the educator: gross immorality, endangering student welfare, reduced effectiveness as a teacher, and failing to separate personal views from their professional role. “We are seeking the revocation of this educator’s license,” he said.
The Combat Violent Extremism Portal is now live, providing Floridians with a mechanism to report politically driven threats and reinforcing the state’s stance against violence in public discourse.
