Iran Press/America: “We’re looking at individuals who may have an eye towards repeating that same kind of violence that we saw last week,” Wray said, adding that since January 6, the FBI has identified over 200 suspects.
The FBI is tracking an “extensive amount of concerning online chatter,” including calls for armed protests leading up to next week’s presidential inauguration, Director Chris Wray said on Thursday.
The FBI is tracking an “extensive amount of concerning online chatter,” including calls for armed protests leading up to next week’s presidential inauguration, Director Chris Wray said Thursday.
Wray said the FBI was receiving a “significant” amount of information that it was pushing out to other law enforcement agencies ahead of the inauguration.
Federal officials have warned local law enforcement agencies that the riot at the Capitol is likely to inspire others with violent intentions.
“We’re looking at individuals who may have an eye towards repeating that same kind of violence that we saw last week,” Wray said, adding that since January 6, the FBI has identified over 200 suspects.
“We know who you are. If you’re out there, an FBI agent is coming to find you,” he added.
States nationwide have already been stepping up security in preparation for possible armed protests and violence this weekend, particularly at statehouses amid legislative sessions and inaugural ceremonies.
Officials are reassessing their security plans for high-risk targets and police in major cities are preparing to be put on tactical alert if necessary.
An FBI bulletin earlier this week warned of potentially armed protests in all 50 states.
To monitor threats, share intelligence and decide how to allocate resources, the FBI during the inauguration will operate around-the-clock command post at headquarters and at each of its 56 field offices, Wray said.
101/205
Read More:
Trump is impeached for second time
Another whitewashing vote: Trump to be impeached over deadly Capitol riot
Pipe bombs discovered in Washington DC, official says
