FBI Director Kash Patel has contradicted former President Donald Trump’s claims that the FBI instigated the January 6 attack. Patel stated that FBI agents were deployed for crowd control after the riot was declared, a breach of protocol, but not an instigation of violence. This stance reopens scrutiny of the FBI’s role during the attack, with Patel accusing his predecessor, Christopher Wray, of misleading Congress. Despite independent reviews dismissing claims of orchestration, Patel’s comments and the ongoing investigations highlight the continued political battles over the January 6 events.
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Trump falsely suggests FBI agents to blame for igniting Jan. 6 violence, a claim that, when examined, unravels under the weight of his own actions and the facts of the day. It seems that the former president is employing a tactic that is both familiar and deeply troubling: attempting to shift responsibility for his own role in the events of January 6th.
The very notion that FBI agents were somehow orchestrating the violence at the Capitol is not only unsupported by evidence but also directly contradicts the narrative that Trump himself, through his rhetoric and actions, helped fuel the insurrection. Consider the context: Trump refused to authorize the National Guard to intervene and defend the Capitol.… Continue reading
The FBI has terminated agents who were photographed kneeling during a racial justice protest following the death of George Floyd in 2020, after previously reassigning them. While the exact number is unclear, sources indicate roughly 20 agents were fired, a move condemned by the FBI Agents Association as unlawful and a violation of employee rights. This comes amid a larger personnel shakeup within the bureau led by Director Kash Patel, with the association calling on Congress to investigate. The firings have been linked to cases investigated by the agents involved and accusations of improper political influence.
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Following a shooting at a Dallas Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility that left one detainee dead and two others injured, Representatives Jasmine Crockett and Marc Veasey sought information from the FBI but received no response. The suspect, Joshua Jahn, reportedly intended to harm ICE agents, not detainees, according to notes found at his home. Both representatives expressed concerns about the lack of information provided to them, particularly regarding the victims. The incident prompted contrasting political reactions, with some pointing to the event as a manifestation of leftist violence.
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Former FBI Director James Comey was indicted by a federal grand jury on charges of lying to Congress and obstruction. The indictment alleges that Comey falsely testified about authorizing an anonymous FBI source in news reports regarding an investigation into Donald Trump’s 2016 campaign. In response to the charges, Comey stated his innocence, expressing confidence in the federal judicial system, and emphasized that he will not be intimidated. The indictment followed President Trump’s call for charges against Comey, reflecting the ongoing feud between the two figures.
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Former FBI Director James Comey has been indicted by a federal grand jury in Virginia on charges of making a false statement and obstruction stemming from his 2020 testimony to Congress regarding the Hillary Clinton email investigation. U.S. Attorney Lindsey Halligan, appointed by Trump, sought the indictment despite internal concerns about probable cause. Comey denies the charges and plans to fight them in court, asserting his innocence and expressing confidence in the judicial system. The indictment comes after President Trump pressured Attorney General Pam Bondi to prosecute Comey, with one of the false statement counts being dismissed by the grand jury due to lack of consensus.
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Former FBI Director James Comey has been indicted by a federal grand jury, marking a significant escalation in President Donald Trump’s efforts to prosecute his political adversaries. Comey faces charges of making false statements and obstruction of a congressional proceeding related to the 2016 Russia investigation. Attorney General Pam Bondi stated that no one is above the law, reflecting the Justice Department’s commitment to accountability. The indictment comes amid internal concerns and debates within the Justice Department, as well as pressure from Trump, who has publicly expressed his desire for action against his political opponents.
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DOJ official ordered to rescind inquiry to FBI agent who sued Alex Jones: Sources is a story that, on the surface, feels complex, but when you break it down, it reveals a disturbing pattern. It seems we have a situation where a Department of Justice official, Ed Martin, was instructed to back off on an inquiry targeting a retired FBI agent. This agent had previously sued Alex Jones and secured a significant financial judgment against him.
The details, as presented, suggest that Martin, seemingly acting on behalf of Alex Jones, attempted to intimidate or influence the retired agent through an inquiry that hinted at potential criminal charges.… Continue reading
Following a shooting at an ICE detention facility in Dallas, FBI Director Kash Patel posted an image of an “anti-ICE” bullet casing on X, sparking immediate criticism. The post, made early in the investigation, raised questions about Patel’s haste in sharing information and accusations of political motivation. Critics, including conservative commentators, questioned his actions, while some suggested the casing had been artificially marked. This incident adds to a pattern of controversy surrounding Patel’s social media activity, including a previous premature post regarding a suspect in an unrelated case.
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The death of Robert Redford has brought renewed focus to the unsolved murder of his daughter’s boyfriend, Sid Wells, who was killed in 1983. While Wells’ roommate, Thayne Alan Smika, was initially arrested but not charged due to lack of evidence, a warrant for his arrest was issued in 2010 following new DNA tests. Redford personally contacted the district attorney to express his gratitude for the ongoing efforts to solve the case. The FBI is now offering a reward for information leading to Smika’s arrest.
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