Speaking in an interview with MSNBC, Ex-FBI official Frank Figliuzzi, who previously served as the assistant director for counterintelligence at the FBI, expressed his fears that the situation could take a violent turn.
Ex-FBI official Frank Figliuzzi has raised concerns about escalating threats from supporters of former President Donald Trump towards members of the Georgia grand jury
Ex-FBI official Frank Figliuzzi emphasized his frustration with the lack of action from lawmakers to address domestic terrorism laws in the United States. Ex-FBI official Frank Figliuzzi noted that extremist websites are filled with vicious and racially charged attacks, such as those targeting Fani Willis and others.
Furthermore, Ex-FBI official Frank Figliuzzi highlighted a disturbing trend where Trump supporters have adopted the term “rigger” as a coded substitute for a racial slur, using it to refer to Black individuals. He warned that this language could incite violence and result in harm to individuals.
The former FBI official pointed to previous instances where ideological motivations linked to Trump had led to violence, including the case of Craig Robertson in Utah and the officers affected during the Capitol Hill attack
He also cited instances like the El Paso Walmart shooting and the Buffalo Tops supermarket attack, both allegedly influenced by Trump‘s rhetoric.
Ex-FBI official Frank Figliuzzi acknowledged the complexities faced by law enforcement in balancing civil liberties and free speech with the need to prevent potential crimes. He stressed the urgency of addressing this challenge and preventing further escalation of violence.
In conclusion, the ex-FBI official expressed deep concern about the rising threat level posed by Trump’s supporters, calling for proactive measures to ensure public safety in the face of an increasingly challenging environment.
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