Is one who desecrates Yom Tov in public considered like a Heretic?

No, he is merely considered a Rasha.[1] However, some Poskim[2] rule that one who desecrates Yom Tov in public is considered a Mumar and is treated with the same severity as one who desecrates Shabbos in public.

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[1] Beis Shmuel E.H. 123:8; Chelkas Mechokek E.H. 123:11 in explanation of Michaber E.H. 123:5

[2] See Nitei Gavriel 1:3 in name of: Rashi Emor 23:3; Radbaz 2:797; Minchas Yom Tov 98:7 based on Zohar; Daas Torah Hilchos Shechita; Chasam Sofer C.M. 195;

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