New: @FBINewYork report says "pre-operational planning" went in to Jan. 6 #CapitolRiot. Some "used amateur #hamradios & encrypted app, such as @signalapp, to communicate operational plans.”
“These individuals believed these communication methods were more secure than a cellular phone line. (Attackers) used call signs as opposed to their true names on these radios..."
"...The (attackers) programmed the frequencies of their radios prior to traveling to the Washington D.C. area. Accessories used with the amateur #hamradio included ear pieces, throat mic[rophone]s, and push-to-talk wrist buttons..."
"...(attackers) changed from their regular #COVID19 masks to a mask that covered their neck and ears. The (attackers) used these masks to conceal their earpieces and throat microphones..."
"...A (terrorist) used checked luggage to transport operational equipment including helmets, knives, and trauma kits. (Attackers) discussed having a change of clothes and a handcuff key on them to evade law enforcement.” #CapitolHill#Jan6
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Breaking: new bulletin from @FBI, @DHSgov, NCTC paints a horrifying pic of the threat environment. Domestic extremists “citing partisan political grievances will very likely pose the greatest domestic terrorism threats in 2021..." #Capitol#CapitolSiege
The breach of the "Capitol Building very likely will serve as a significant driver of violence...and the death of (#AshliBabbitt) very likely will serve to galvanize...(extremists) who adhere to QAnon conspiracy theories..."
"...Extremists and others may also perceive the event as a step toward achieving their initiatives, and consider the death of a perceived like-minded individual as an act of martyrdom..."