Read MoreThe DHS advisory said domestic violent extremists were motivated by issues including anger over COVID-19 restrictions, the 2020 election results, and police use of force. It also cited “long-standing racial and ethnic tension -including opposition to immigration” as drivers of domestic violence attacks. DHS warned that the attack on the Capitol could inspire domestic extremists to attack other elected officials or government buildings. Biden last week directed his administration to conduct a full assessment of the risk of domestic terrorism. “The January 6th assault on the Capitol and the tragic deaths and destruction that occurred underscored what we have long known: the rise of domestic violent extremism is a serious and growing national security threat.

Source: Standard Digital January 28, 2021 05:26 UTC