Mark Bray’s New Book Details His Departure from the U.S.

Mark Bray, a professor at Rutgers University and the author of “Antifa: The Anti-Fascist Handbook,” is set to release a new book that documents his choice to leave the United States after the assassination of Charlie Kirk. In this forthcoming work, titled “Unpunctuated Death Threats: Notes from a Fascist Present,” Bray recounts his experiences leading to his family’s relocation to Spain amidst a troubling political climate.

Scheduled for release on January 19, the book touches on Bray’s allegations of receiving death threats and having his home address shared online. His publisher notes that the tumultuous environment following Kirk’s murder on September 10, 2025, played a significant role in Bray’s decisions. He reportedly took these threats seriously and aimed to leave the country with his wife and young children.

The aftermath of Kirk’s assassination, which occurred during his speaking event at Utah Valley University, was critical for Bray. It highlighted the dangerous tensions in the political climate. The publisher shared that federal agents stopped him at the airport during his departure, an experience which left Bray feeling shaken.

Bray describes “Unpunctuated Death Threats” as a personal exploration of how the current political atmosphere—one marked by far-right influence and social media-driven violence—has made the U.S. feel like a place to escape from. He reflects on his Jewish identity amid rising fascism and global conflict.

Previously, members of Rutgers University’s Turning Point USA chapter had initiated a petition pushing for Bray’s removal amid concerns over his past remarks and his strong support for movement activism.

Having moved abroad due to safety concerns—allegations of being doxxed and receiving numerous threats—Bray’s past writings have shown a clear alignment with antifascism. His earlier book explicitly encourages “militant anti-fascism” and pledges half of his author proceeds to the International Anti-Fascist Defense Fund, emphasizing his support for the broader anti-fascist movement.

In a recent online post, Bray articulated a belief that relying solely on legal protections against far-right threats could backfire, urging the need for a mass antifascist response, regardless of legality.

In response to Bray’s narrative, Megan Doyle, a sophomore at Rutgers, critiqued his portrayal of victimhood, pointing out the contradictory nature of his actions—such as fundraising and promoting his book in Spain while remaining a university employee supported by public funds.

This evolving story raises questions about the impact of political violence on individual choices, as well as the challenges surrounding academic freedom and activism in a polarized environment.