Marco Rubio: “Far-left political terrorism is becoming a serious international threat.”
Secretary of State Marco Rubio highlighted the longstanding issue and the increasing danger posed by far-left political terrorism globally, warning of a potential resurgence. He referenced various violent incidents, such as bombings in Greece and assassinations by Marxist factions worldwide. Rubio called on international allies to collaborate, exchange information, and dismantle networks fueled by what he termed “toxic resentment.”
Rubio’s appeal for global action against this form of terrorism might connect to Neville Roy Singham, a Marxist nonprofit investor currently under scrutiny by a federal grand jury in New York.
Singham, who made a significant profit from selling his tech business and now resides in Shanghai, has been linked to the funding of pro-China Communist organizations in the U.S. An investigation revealed that since 2017, he has directed around $278 million to various nonprofits that often engage in protests against U.S. immigration agencies or express anti-Israel and pro-Iran sentiments.
During a State Department gathering in Washington, D.C., Rubio urged over 60 nations to prioritize responding to far-left global terrorism as a counterterrorism goal.
He expressed concern that the current counterterrorism approach has largely ignored threats from the political left. “For too long, our policy has overlooked extremist violence from that side. Even now, the idea that far-left terrorism could be a real concern is often dismissed as a right-wing fantasy,” Rubio stated.
He pointed out that these networks operate across nations, utilizing encrypted communication for training and promoting civil unrest. Emphasizing the need for international collaboration, he stressed the importance of curtailing funding to various dangerous entities, some linked to hostile nations.
While Rubio did not explicitly name Singham, officials from the State Department have not commented on the matter.
Singham’s nonprofit is notorious for advocating communist ideas across social media and at protests nationwide. Code Pink, an organization co-founded by his wife, frequently organizes demonstrations where they challenge lawmakers and assert, “China is not our enemy.”
Rubio cautioned that Marxist ideologies can pose serious risks when intertwined with terrorism. He observed that, at times, the left appears to tolerate violence from its extremists.
He provided a stark comparison: “A bomb planted by a neo-Nazi group is unequivocally evil, while one by Marxist revolutionaries is often dismissed as a mere excess of idealism. This reflects the differing perspectives on how they’re perceived.”
Congress has expressed increased interest in Singham’s activities, with House Ways and Means Committee Chairman Jason Smith initiating an inquiry into his networks last year. Moreover, concerns regarding Singham’s connections to China have raised alarms among senators.
“Chinese-funded anti-American billionaires like Singham are fueling chaos in our country,” stated Republican Sen. Jim Banks. “This must stop, and Secretary Rubio is taking decisive steps to address this international threat.”
Recently, the Department of Justice launched a grand jury investigation into allegations of financial misconduct related to Singham. He has not responded to inquiries for comments.
A Manhattan grand jury issued subpoenas in connection with an investigation led by the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York, which is known for being influential in federal legal matters. This investigation has received backing from acting U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche, especially given ongoing efforts to combat fraud and financial crimes within the nonprofit sector.
Earlier this year, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent met with Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon, relaying concerns that the bank may face scrutiny regarding its involvement with funds linked to Singham.
Sources familiar with the discussions indicated that Bessent advised Solomon to fully cooperate with the Justice Department’s investigation, stating that Goldman Sachs’ role could be under examination if they did not comply. Reportedly, Solomon affirmed Goldman Sachs’ willingness to cooperate with the inquiry.
A Treasury spokesperson remarked, “All distributions from the fund indicated by Mr. Singham’s contributors were directed to legitimate nonprofits as guided by IRS regulations. There have been no transactions from this account since August 2023, and it closed in early 2024.”
