Unverified Social Media Post Alleges Discussions of Threats Against National Guard on Reddit

A social media post from an account named "Reddit Lies" on November 28, 2025, has brought an unverified claim to light, alleging that a subreddit identified as "r/50501" contained discussions about "killing national guard troops" approximately six months prior. The tweet included a link, though the specific content of that link was not detailed in the post.

Independent verification of the specific subreddit "r/50501" and the alleged discussions proved challenging. Searches for a publicly accessible or prominent subreddit by this exact name did not yield corroborating results, making it difficult to confirm the existence or nature of the community where these discussions reportedly took place. No widespread news reports or public statements from Reddit or law enforcement regarding such specific threats against the National Guard on Reddit around May 2025 were found.

Reddit, as a major online platform, maintains strict content policies explicitly prohibiting threats and incitement to violence. According to its official rules, users are forbidden from posting content that promotes, facilitates, or encourages violence or physical harm against individuals or groups. This includes any form of incitement to violence or specific threats against any protected group or individual.

The incident highlights the ongoing challenges faced by social media platforms in moderating user-generated content, especially when it involves serious allegations of threats or incitement. Platforms are frequently scrutinized for their ability to enforce content policies effectively and respond to reports of harmful or illegal activity, balancing user expression with safety and legal obligations.