Homeland Security Bulletin Warns of Domestic Extremist Threats

Homeland Security Bulletin, Warns of Domestic Extremist Threats.

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) issued the bulletin on Wednesday.

Domestic Violent Extremists may be emboldened by the January 6, 2021, breach of the U.S. Capitol Building in Washington, D.C., to target elected officials and government facilities, DHS Statement, via 'The Washington Post'.

The bulletin warns of a “heightened threat environment” all over the U.S. “that is likely to persist over the coming weeks.”.

We remain concerned that individuals frustrated with the exercise of governmental authority and the presidential transition, ... , DHS Statement, via 'The Washington Post'.

... as well as other perceived grievances and ideological causes fueled by false narratives, .., DHS Statement, via 'The Washington Post'.

... could continue to mobilize a broad range of ideologically-motivated actors to incite or commit violence, DHS Statement, via 'The Washington Post'.

The bulletin is the first in years to warn of a domestic threat to the nation