Earlier today it was reported that an FBI bulletin is warning that radicalized Trump supporters and other militant allies are planning multiple armed protests across the United States.

“Armed protests are being planned at all 50 state capitols from 16 January through at least 20 January, and at the U.S. Capitol from 17 January through 20 January.”

Source: Associated Press, 11 Jan 2021 at 5:24 PM [View]

According to a PBS report, one militant stated:

“Many of us will return [to D.C.] on January 19, 2021 carrying Our weapons. We will come in numbers that no standing army or police agency can match.”

Source: PBS Frontline, 9 Jan 2021 [View]

Further Reading

Additional information is provided below in chronological order with headings indicating the source.

CNN (11 Jan 2021 at 5:41 PM CT)

FBI warns ‘armed protests’ being planned at all 50 state capitols and in Washington DC. “…security measures are being stepped up ahead of Inauguration Day, with federal, state and local law enforcement agencies preparing for the possibility of more violence after rioters stormed the US Capitol last week leaving five people dead, including a Capitol Police officer.” [More…]

Associated Press (11 Jan 2021 at 5:24 PM CT)

FBI warns of plans for nationwide armed protests next week. “While our standard practice is to not comment on specific intelligence products, the FBI is supporting our state, local, and federal law enforcement partners with maintaining public safety in the communities we serve… Our efforts are focused on identifying, investigating, and disrupting individuals that are inciting violence and engaging in criminal activity… On Dec. 29, it warned of the potential for armed demonstrators targeting legislatures, the second official said.” [More…]

Wall Street Journal (11 Jan 2021 at 5:17 PM CT)

FBI Warns of Possible Nationwide Armed Protests Ahead of Biden Inauguration. “The memo warns demonstrations may start later this week and continue through the inauguration, the official said, as federal agencies brace for the possibility of more violence following Wednesday’s deadly riot at the U.S. Capitol. The National Park Service, citing the continuing danger from violent groups, said Monday it has closed facilities, parking areas and roadways in Washington, and is restricting access to the Washington Monument.” [More…]

PBS Frontline (9 Jan 2021)

Members of Several Well-Known Hate Groups Identified at Capitol Riot. “So far, police have arrested more than 80 people in connection with the [Capitol] attack, including at least one Proud Boy, Nick Ochs. They have seized pipe bombs and Molotov cocktails and arrested at least six people on illegal firearms charges, including one Maryland man who was captured in the visitors’ center of the Capitol. More arrests are expected.” [More…]