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January 11, 2021 5:35 PM

FBI warns of plans for nationwide armed protests next week

The FBI is warning of plans for armed protests at all 50 state capitals and in Washington, D.C., leading up to President-elect Joe Biden's inauguration.

by The Associated Press

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January 11, 2021 4:18 PM

Trump's Homeland Security chief resigns earlier than planned

Acting Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf is stepping down from his post, days after criticizing President Donald Trump over the riot at the U.S. Capitol.

by The Associated Press

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January 11, 2021 3:37 PM

Fallout from D.C. riot filters down to Minnesota Capitol

Tensions surfaced Monday among Minnesota political leaders over the pro-Trump mob that stormed the U.S. Capitol last week.

by Tim Pugmire

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January 11, 2021 2:42 PM

Parler sues Amazon, seeking to restore web service

"Over the past several weeks, we've reported 98 examples to Parler of posts that clearly encourage and incite violence," Amazon Web Services said, according to court documents.

by Bill Chappell

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January 11, 2021 1:15 PM

Minnesota National Guard members requested for Biden inauguration

Minnesota’s National Guard will contribute to an increased military presence in Washington for the presidential inauguration of Joe Biden next week. The head of the National Guard says at least 10,000 troops will be deployed in Washington, D.C., by Saturday, and an additional 5,000 could be requested from other states.

by The Associated Press

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January 11, 2021 11:34 AM

New York State Bar Association considers expelling Rudy Giuliani

The bar association said it received "hundreds of complaints in recent months" about Giuliani, ultimately deciding Monday to launch a "historic" inquiry into the president's attorney.

by Merrit Kennedy

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January 11, 2021 8:45 AM

How online sleuths identified rioters at the Capitol

As researchers gave the online video and photos closer scrutiny, they produced forensic evidence that has identified those involved.

by Greg Myre

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January 11, 2021 8:14 AM

Parler squeezed as Trump seeks new online megaphone

Though stripped of his Twitter megaphone, President Donald Trump does have alternative options of much smaller reach. They are led by the far right-friendly Parler, though that's getting increasingly difficult. Parler has already had its wings clipped, however. Google and Apple have removed it from their online stores and Amazon has kicked it off its web-hosting service.

by The Associated Press

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January 11, 2021 7:13 AM

Trump regulator's rule would force banks to lend to gun-makers and oil drillers

The Trump administration is trying to force banks to make loans to gun-makers and to finance payday lenders. Critics call the move bizarre. It's opposed by watchdog groups and banks.

by Chris Arnold

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January 11, 2021 6:53 AM

Ex-Capitol Police chief rebuffs claims National Guard was never called during riots

Steven Sund said officials denied or delayed his request for assistance from the National Guard six times before and after the U.S. Capitol riots had already started.

by Jaclyn Diaz

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