As the Mastermind of Far-Right ‘Active Clubs’ Goes to Prison, His Violent Movement Goes Global

The report covers the federal sentencing of Robert Rundo, cofounder of the Rise Above Movement, and the international spread of his far-right ‘Active Clubs’ network, which blends combat training, fitness, and community-building with links to extremist groups and episodes of intimidation and violence. It highlights the model’s low barrier to entry, transnational connectivity via platforms like Telegram, and its evolution from street-level organizing to a broader, decentralized ecosystem of affiliated groups.