Recent reports and statements from political figures assert that left-wing terrorism is on the rise in the United States. However, the data presents a complex picture that has sparked discussions on the accuracy of these claims. Questions are being raised about the assessment of left-wing terrorism, with analysts and commentators debating whether it is appropriate to attribute the increase in political violence to left-wing ideologies. Amid these claims, the ongoing discourse highlights the need for careful examination of the data and definitions surrounding left-wing terrorism, as divisions deepen in opinions among lawmakers and the public.