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The Groyper Army, also known as the Groypers, is a far-right online activist group founded and led by political commentator and streamer Nick Fuentes. Emerging from internet meme culture, the group takes its name from the Groyper, a variant of the Pepe the Frog meme often associated with alt-right and white nationalist symbolism. Primarily composed of followers, fans, and associates of Fuentes, the group promotes white nationalist ideologies, antisemitism, and America First nationalism. The Groyper Army is known for trolling conservative events and promoting white nationalist memes, frequently engaging in online harassment and coordinated disruptions at conservative events, such as the 2019 'Groyper Wars,' where members confronted organizations like Turning Point USA, questioning speakers on issues like immigration, Israel, and Jewish influence in politics. The group operates largely through social media platforms, livestreams, and online forums, building a network of young, radicalized individuals who amplify Fuentes' content via his America First podcast and affiliated channels. They have been criticized for promoting conspiracy theories, including Holocaust denial and replacement theory, and for their role in doxxing and intimidating political opponents. While loosely organized without a formal structure, the group has influenced the broader white nationalist movement by pushing the Overton window further rightward within conservative circles. Despite deplatforming from major sites like YouTube and Twitter (now X), the Groyper Army continues to thrive on alternative platforms such as Cozy.tv, founded by Fuentes. Their activities have drawn condemnation from both mainstream conservatives and anti-hate organizations like the ADL, which label them a hate group. The group's influence extends to electoral politics through endorsements of far-right candidates and mobilization against perceived 'Zionist' influences in the Republican Party.