Western Reader
FBI Director Christopher Wray recently spoke at the International Association of Chiefs of Police conference in San Diego, California, where he expressed concerns about the rising threat of violent extremism, both domestically and internationally.
Wray’s warning comes in the midst of the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, which has already resulted in the loss of many lives, including 29 Americans.
During his address, Wray extended his condolences to the people of Israel and condemned the brutality and targeting of communities based on their faith. He emphasized that violent extremism, whether from foreign terrorist organizations or domestic individuals driven by racial animus, has been a long-standing issue.
WATCH: FBI Director Wray warns of Hamas-style terror attacks on U.S. soil.
Imagine if the FBI focused on actual extremist threats instead of Latin Mass Catholics & school board parents! pic.twitter.com/jaWG6uvjbw
— Center for Renewing America (@amrenewctr) October 16, 2023
The FBI Director also highlighted an increase in reported threats following recent attacks and urged the public to remain vigilant, particularly for potential lone actors. He emphasized the importance of community vigilance as the first line of defense in safeguarding our communities.
Wray encouraged the public to continue sharing any intelligence or observations they may have, assuring them that the FBI is committed to doing the same in order to protect the communities.
Despite the FBI’s recent statement confirming no specific and credible intelligence suggesting a direct threat to the United States, they are closely monitoring unfolding events. The agency is prepared to share relevant information with law enforcement and security partners to ensure public safety and is willing to adjust security measures if necessary.
However, this warning has raised questions about the FBI’s recent priorities. Some argue that the agency has been overly focused on tracking down supporters of former President Trump rather than addressing actual terror threats.
The Islamist terror network is huge and operating within our borders — from colleges and universities and well beyond. Yet, Biden refuses to secure our border. As I’ve said for months now, these are grounds to impeach him.https://t.co/AwnAsJdDuK
— Mark R. Levin (@marklevinshow) October 16, 2023
The federal government has quietly established a new classification of extremists that it aims to monitor and counteract: fervent followers of former President Trump’s Make America Great Again (MAGA) movement.
Confidential data reveals that the majority of the FBI’s ongoing “anti-government” investigations involve supporters of Trump. The agency recognizes the challenge of preventing a recurrence of the January 6, 2021 events while also upholding the constitutional rights of Americans to engage in political campaigning, free speech, and peaceful protest.
Furthermore, the ongoing crisis at the U.S.-Mexico border, with an influx of military-age males from various parts of the world, adds complexity to the situation. This raises concerns about potential security threats and the importance of effective border control measures.
As the nation grapples with these complex challenges, it is crucial for law enforcement agencies to adopt a balanced approach to ensuring the safety and security of all Americans.
This article appeared in FreshOffThePress and has been published here with permission.
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