Background And Leadership

Unmasking Patriot Front: A Deeper Dive

Background and Leadership

Patriot Front, a far-right extremist group, is led by Thomas Ryan Rousseau, who founded the organization in 2017 while still a teenager. Rousseau gained control of the group that year.

Flag and Symbols

The original Patriot Front flag, adopted in 2017, was modified from the flag of its predecessor, Vanguard America.

Boston Demonstration

On Saturday, dozens of masked Patriot Front members marched through the streets of Boston, carrying flags and police.

Defining Characteristics

Patriot Front differs from other extremist groups in its focus on white nationalism, its use of organized and structured marches, and its emphasis on anonymity and concealment.

Lies and Debunking

Snopes has refuted claims and debunked lies spread about Patriot Front, clarifying its true nature and countering efforts to misrepresent the group.