Fact check: What percentage of mass shootings in the USA since 2024 have been linked to far-right ideologies?

1. Summary of the results

The analyses provided do not offer a definitive percentage of mass shootings in the USA since 2024 that have been linked to far-right ideologies ^[1]. While some sources discuss mass shootings and far-right extremism, they do not provide the specific information requested ^{[2] [3]}. For instance, one source reports on the fatal shooting of a right-wing activist but does not provide a percentage of mass shootings linked to far-right ideologies since 2024 ^[2]. Another source provides a comprehensive database of mass shootings in the US from 1966 to 2019, but it does not include data on the percentage of mass shootings linked to far-right ideologies since 2024 ^[3]. Similarly, other analyses discuss the growing trend of nonideological terrorism and the blurring of lines between the True Crime Community and other darker online communities, but do not provide a specific percentage of mass shootings in the USA linked to far-right ideologies since 2024 ^[4]. Some reports provide data on extremist-related murders in the United States, stating that most of the murders were committed by right-wing extremists, but do not provide information on mass shootings or the specific time frame since 2024 ^[5]. Key points to note include the lack of specific data on mass shootings linked to far-right ideologies since 2024 and the focus on broader topics such as gun violence, far-right terrorism, and nonideological terrorism ^{[1] [6] [4]}.

2. Missing context/alternative viewpoints

• The analyses provided do not include data on mass shootings in the USA since 2024, which is crucial for determining the percentage of such incidents linked to far-right ideologies ^[1].
• Alternative viewpoints, such as the role of mental health or socioeconomic factors in mass shootings, are not discussed in the analyses ^[4].
• The sources do not provide a clear definition of what constitutes a "far-right ideology" or how it is linked to mass shootings, which could impact the interpretation of the data ^{[2] [5]}.
• Some analyses mention the threat of far-right extremism, but do not provide specific examples or data on mass shootings since 2024 ^[6].
• The complexities of radicalization and the influence of online communities on school shootings are discussed, but the specific percentage of mass shootings linked to far-right ideologies since 2024 is not addressed ^[4].

3. Potential misinformation/bias in the original statement

The original statement may be misleading due to the lack of available data on mass shootings in the USA since 2024 linked to far-right ideologies ^[1]. The statement implies that such data exists, which could lead to misinformation. Additionally, the focus on far-right ideologies may oversimplify the complex factors contributing to mass shootings, potentially biasing the discussion towards a particular perspective ^[4]. Various groups may benefit from this framing, including those who seek to emphasize the threat of far-right extremism or those who aim to downplay the role of other factors in mass shootings ^{[5] [6]}. It is essential to consider multiple viewpoints and to approach the topic with a nuanced understanding of the complexities involved ^{[3] [6] [1]}.