Good news--Dr.Mark Bray and family able to leave--now in Spain.

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Rutgers professor

Mark Bray, an expert on anti-fascism, was not permanently stopped at an airport; his flight to Spain was canceled at the last minute, but he and his family later successfully left the U.S. for safety. The cancellation occurred after he received death threats following a presidential executive order and a public campaign against him by conservative activists. He and his family left for Spain on October 8, 2025, and his courses have moved online.

Flight cancellation: On October 7, 2025, Bray and his family were informed at the boarding gate that their reservations were canceled, even though they had checked in and gone through security.

Reason for leaving: Bray had been receiving death threats after publicizing his views on anti-fascism, particularly following President Trump's executive order designating Antifa as a terrorist organization. Conservative groups had also campaigned against him, and his home address was published online.

Family's safety: Believing his family was at risk, Bray decided to leave the U.S. to protect them. The university had offered security, but he felt it was not enough.

Departure: Bray and his family successfully departed for Spain on October 8, 2025.

Current situation: His courses at Rutgers University have moved to an online format, and other faculty members have shown support for Bray, citing concerns for academic freedom.

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