Security tight at US Capitol after police warn of possible militia attack
3 years, 9 months ago

Security tight at US Capitol after police warn of possible militia attack

Live Mint  

Security has been tightened around the US Capitol in Washington — scene of a deadly assault in January — after police warned that a militia group might try to attack it on Thursday, an important day in the calendar for some pro-Trump conspiracy theorists. An unidentified group of "militia violent extremists" discussed plans in February to "take control of the US Capitol and remove Democratic lawmakers on or about March 4," according to a bulletin issued on Tuesday by the Department of Homeland Security and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. The police force that guards the US Capitol, seat of the legislature, said in a statement that it had "taken immediate steps to enhance our security posture and staffing for a number of days, to include March 4." Capitol Police also said that they were "aware of and prepared for any potential threats towards members of Congress or towards the Capitol complex," including the possible militia attack.

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Feds determined to prevent an insurrection on Jan. 6 as they ramp up security in advance of presidential transition
3 months, 1 week ago

Feds determined to prevent an insurrection on Jan. 6 as they ramp up security in advance of presidential transition

Daily Mail  

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Washington, DC, bracing for a summer of heightened security
6 months ago

Washington, DC, bracing for a summer of heightened security

CNN  

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US Capitol Police ramp up security ahead of Biden’s State of the Union address
1 year, 10 months ago

US Capitol Police ramp up security ahead of Biden’s State of the Union address

CNN  

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January 6: A year on, a return to normalcy at US Capitol
2 years, 11 months ago

January 6: A year on, a return to normalcy at US Capitol

Al Jazeera  

Areas around the US Capitol that last year saw scenes of chaos and violence are calm, as the US commemorates its sombre anniversary. But over the past year, he says he has added a more recent event to his presentations: the day a mob of former President Donald Trump’s supporters stormed the Capitol. Armed Capitol police officers stood along a …

Tight security at US Capitol after intelligence warns of militia plot to storm building
3 years, 9 months ago

Tight security at US Capitol after intelligence warns of militia plot to storm building

Firstpost  

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US Law Enforcement on High Alert After Extremist Threat to Breach Capitol on March 4
3 years, 9 months ago

US Law Enforcement on High Alert After Extremist Threat to Breach Capitol on March 4

News 18  

Law enforcement was on high alert Thursday around the U.S. Capitol after intelligence uncovered a possible plot by a militia group to storm the iconic building yet again, two months after a mob of Donald Trump supporters smashed through windows and doors to try to stop Congress from certifying now-President Joe Biden’s victory. Online chatter identified by authorities included discussions …

Police uncover ‘possible plot’ by militia to breach Capitol
3 years, 9 months ago

Police uncover ‘possible plot’ by militia to breach Capitol

Associated Press  

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Police Uncover 'Possible Plot' by Militia to Breach US Capitol on March 4
3 years, 9 months ago

Police Uncover 'Possible Plot' by Militia to Breach US Capitol on March 4

News 18  

Capitol Police say they have intelligence showing a “possible plot” by a militia group to breach the U.S. Capitol on Thursday, nearly two months after a mob of supporters of then-President Donald Trump stormed the iconic building to try to stop Congress from certifying now-President Joe Biden’s victory. “The United States Capitol Police Department is aware of and prepared for …

US Capitol officials give conflicting accounts about FBI warning of violent protest from Trump supporters
3 years, 10 months ago

US Capitol officials give conflicting accounts about FBI warning of violent protest from Trump supporters

ABC  

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U.S. Capitol breach | Security officials to answer for Jan. 6 failures
3 years, 10 months ago

U.S. Capitol breach | Security officials to answer for Jan. 6 failures

The Hindu  

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Police tighten Congress security in era of rising threats
3 years, 10 months ago

Police tighten Congress security in era of rising threats

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The House’s chief law enforcement officer is tightening security for traveling lawmakers as Congress reassesses safety in an era when threats against members were surging even before Donald Trump’s supporters attacked the Capitol. Capitol Police officers will be stationed at Washington-area airports and the city’s Union Station train depot on busy travel days, the acting House sergeant at …

Fears of ‘inside attack’ at Biden’s inauguration, defence officials warn
3 years, 11 months ago

Fears of ‘inside attack’ at Biden’s inauguration, defence officials warn

The Independent  

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Terrifying scope of Capitol attack uncovered as Washington locks down for Biden’s inauguration
3 years, 11 months ago

Terrifying scope of Capitol attack uncovered as Washington locks down for Biden’s inauguration

CNN  

Washington CNN — Federal authorities are piecing together a chilling picture of the January 6 insurrection that reveals major security and intelligence failures, underscores profound fissures in American society and hints at the political challenges ahead for President-elect Joe Biden, even as they race to ensure the safety of US leaders and next week’s inauguration. Military members Part of that …

FBI arrests over Capitol siege surpass 100, as security ramps up ahead of Biden inauguration
3 years, 11 months ago

FBI arrests over Capitol siege surpass 100, as security ramps up ahead of Biden inauguration

ABC  

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Law enforcement and military taking ‘unprecedented’ approach to security in D.C.
3 years, 11 months ago

Law enforcement and military taking ‘unprecedented’ approach to security in D.C.

LA Times  

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State Capitals Tighten Security Amid Threat Of Armed Protests Ahead Of Inauguration
3 years, 11 months ago

State Capitals Tighten Security Amid Threat Of Armed Protests Ahead Of Inauguration

NPR  

State Capitals Tighten Security Amid Threat Of Armed Protests Ahead Of Inauguration Enlarge this image toggle caption Ted S. Warren/AP Ted S. Warren/AP States are taking steps to tighten security at their capitol buildings following a warning by the FBI to prepare for armed protests in the days leading up to the the presidential inauguration on Jan. 20. Enlarge this …

Biden will take oath outdoors despite security fears as ‘America United’ announced as inauguration theme
3 years, 11 months ago

Biden will take oath outdoors despite security fears as ‘America United’ announced as inauguration theme

The Independent  

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Donald Trump issues two-week emergency declaration in Washington DC ahead of Joe Biden's inauguration
3 years, 11 months ago

Donald Trump issues two-week emergency declaration in Washington DC ahead of Joe Biden's inauguration

Firstpost  

Washington: US President Donald Trump has issued an emergency declaration for the national capital ahead of his successor Joe Biden’s inauguration on January 20, amidst threat perception to the event by federal agencies. In a statement on Monday, the White House said the President’s action authorises the Department of Homeland Security and the Federal Emergency Management Agency to coordinate relief …

Trump approves state of emergency declaration in US capital
3 years, 11 months ago

Trump approves state of emergency declaration in US capital

Al Jazeera  

Donald Trump has approved a state of emergency declaration in the United States capital, the White House press office said late on Monday, after US law enforcement officials warned of threats before President-elect Joe Biden’s inauguration. The move comes after pro-Trump rioters overran the US Capitol building on January 6 in support of Trump’s false claims that the US election …

Trump supporters plan 'armed protests' in all 50 states starting this weekend: FBI bulletin
3 years, 11 months ago

Trump supporters plan 'armed protests' in all 50 states starting this weekend: FBI bulletin

Raw Story  

Supporters of President Donald Trump are not backing down from their threats to carry out violence in the name of keeping the president in power. An FBI bulletin obtained by ABC News reporter Aaron Katersky claims that "armed protests are being planned at all 50 state capitols from 16 January through at least 20 January, and at the US Capitol …

Law enforcement braces for more extremist violence in DC and around the US ahead of Inauguration Day
3 years, 11 months ago

Law enforcement braces for more extremist violence in DC and around the US ahead of Inauguration Day

CNN  

CNN — Calls for new protests in Washington, DC, and states across the country have law enforcement bracing for more possible violence in the coming days after rioters stormed the US Capitol last week leaving five people dead, including a Capitol Police officer. NPS said it also “may institute temporary closures of public access to roadways, parking areas and restrooms …

Inauguration: DC Mayor asks White House for emergency declaration funding for security
3 years, 11 months ago

Inauguration: DC Mayor asks White House for emergency declaration funding for security

CNN  

Washington CNN — Washington, DC, Mayor Muriel Bowser on Sunday sent a letter to President Donald Trump asking for an emergency declaration in order to get additional funding for President-elect Joe Biden’s inauguration as safety concerns mount following the US Capitol breach. Based on recent events and intelligence assessments, we must prepare for large groups of trained and armed extremists …

Washington, DC mayor wants tighter security at Biden inauguration
3 years, 11 months ago

Washington, DC mayor wants tighter security at Biden inauguration

Al Jazeera  

Request comes as US lawmakers raise concerns about ongoing threat of violence from hardline groups after deadly Capitol Hill riot. The mayor of Washington, DC has asked for security to be bolstered during United States President-elect Joe Biden’s January 20 inauguration in the US capital after deadly violence on Capitol Hill last week. In a letter to the US Department …

As Inauguration Nears, Concern Of More Violence Grows
3 years, 11 months ago

As Inauguration Nears, Concern Of More Violence Grows

NPR  

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Where Was Security When A Pro-Trump Mob Stormed The Capitol?
3 years, 11 months ago

Where Was Security When A Pro-Trump Mob Stormed The Capitol?

NPR  

Where Was Security When A Pro-Trump Mob Stormed The Capitol? According to police, four people died, including one woman shot dead by Capitol Police, and three who died on the Capitol grounds from unspecified "medical emergencies." Sponsor Message Washington Mayor Muriel Bowser announced Tuesday that the D.C. Metropolitan Police Department would be the lead agency and would coordinate with the …

A pro-Trump mob stormed the Capitol in Washington. Here’s how it happened
3 years, 11 months ago

A pro-Trump mob stormed the Capitol in Washington. Here’s how it happened

LA Times  

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National Guard activated ahead of pro-Trump march in Washington DC
3 years, 11 months ago

National Guard activated ahead of pro-Trump march in Washington DC

The Independent  

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