Idaho Light Foot Militia Explained

Idaho Light Foot Militia
Dates:	–present
Area:	Idaho, United States

The Idaho Light Foot Militia (ILFM) is a privately organized militia in the state of Idaho. The Idaho Light Foot Militia is distinct from a state defense force in that it is not recognized as part of the organized militia by the government of Idaho, but is rather privately organized by private citizens in the unorganized militia. The ILFM was founded in 2009.^[1]

Organization

The Southern Poverty Law Center lists them as one of 1274 patriot groups that "engage in groundless conspiracy theorizing, or advocate or adhere to extreme anti-government doctrines.^[2] The Members of the militia believe they are the "teeth of the Constitution" at a time of economic and political uncertainty for the United States.^{[3] [4]}

Membership

Members participate in training and attend monthly meetings.^[5] As of 2021, the militia consisted of over 600 members.^[6]

Notes and References

1. Web site: 'Teeth of the Constitution:' Light Foot Militia rises in Idaho's backcountry . McKnight . Matt Mills . August 2, 2012 . NBC News . December 9, 2015 .
2. Web site: ANTIGOVERNMENT MOVEMENT. Southern Poverty Law Center. September 14, 2020.
3. Web site: Light Foot Militia rises in Idaho's backcountry. NBC News. July 2, 2012 . September 14, 2020.
4. Web site: In Idaho, a Militia Trains ... for What?. NBC News. September 14, 2020.
5. Web site: The Militia Wants YOU: Idaho Militia Recruits in Twin Falls . Kruesi . Kimberlee . April 18, 2014 . Magic Valley . . December 8, 2015 .
6. Web site: In Idaho, a Militia Trains ... for What? . Owens . Ryan . Brown . Ely . March 30, 2010. ABC News . December 8, 2015 .