Here are some of the responses we've receive so far.
A Little Rock PD public information officer, by phone:
"We're finalizing some contingency plans. We mostly do support."
Arkansas state authorities referred comment to their Capitol Police.
Georgia DPS:
"We are aware of potential protests on Jan. 17. However, we do not share our operational plans."
Atlanta PD:
"At present, there are no verified threats to indicate that violent activity is being planned in the City of Atlanta."
Hartford PD:
"[A]long with [CT] Capitol Police, the Hartford Police monitor social media for upcoming events and we are in communication with each other. The Hartford Police Department’s role would be outer perimeter/scan for threats and to assist Capitol Police if necessary."
Louisiana State Police:
"In coordination with Capitol staff, LSP continually monitors potential security concerns to ensure safety for protesters, Capitol grounds, and the surrounding community."
Ohio State Highway Patrol:
"We would not discuss security measures, personnel or resources used to maintain security at the Statehouse for safety reasons."
Dover PD (Delaware):
"We have not issued any permits for any planned protests, but are aware of discussions involving possible protest activity. We are monitoring the situation and keeping in contact with the local intelligence community and law enforcement partners."
There are several more in my inbox to be added to this thread soon.
Read the article at the top of the thread.
From what I understand, multiple state authorities—unlike their federal counterparts—have delivered press briefings on this issue.
Vermont's will begin shortly.
Pence's home state:
"The Indiana State Police is aware of postings on social media regarding January 17th and we will continue to monitor that while also communicating with our local and federal law enforcement partners."
Pennsylvania:
"We are confident that PSP has the resources in place to protect Pennsylvanians against threats and to work with all levels of law enforcement to keep the Commonwealth safe."
Utah authorities confirm a "couple permits" have been granted for outside the capitol in Romney's home state on Jan. 17, adding police have "increased staffing and continued monitoring of open source media to discover/meet any potential threats posed by bad actors."
Juneau PD (Alaska):
"We are aware of the rallies being talked about across the country and are taking appropriate precautions. We are working with State, Local, and Federal authorities in making sure Juneau is safe."
Colorado State Patrol says the state is not issuing permits due to COVID-19:
"We have been monitoring events on the national level and will continue to monitor for possible events in Colorado."
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Before jurors hear a word of witness testimony this morning, the court has an unfinished order of business: Trump's contempt hearing over the gag order.
Trump has entered the courtroom and is seated at the defense table with his attorneys.
Trump's attorney Emil Bove begins his arguments in the so-called Sandoval hearing, seeking to prevent prosecutors from invoking other prior bad acts on cross-ex if his client takes the stand.
In Trump's NY criminal case, prosecutors file their so-called "Sandoval" notice—disclosing uncharged prior bad acts they intend to use at trial to impeach his credibility.
The list in the document rattles off the NYAG civil fraud case, the E. Jean Carroll case, and more.
"If the defendant chooses to testify, the People intend to inquire regarding the following"
Read the full list of litigation prosecutors intend to confront Trump with, if given the green light by the judge.
A Sandoval hearing establishes the permissible scope of cross-examination in order for the defendant to make an informed decision about whether to testify.
The notice shows that, for Trump, the list of prior bad acts, is quite long.