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FBI Director Wray Raises Alarm on Terrorism Threats and Rising Antisemitism in the US
politics2 years ago

FBI Director Wray Raises Alarm on Terrorism Threats and Rising Antisemitism in the US

FBI Director Christopher Wray remained silent when asked if the United States is safer from foreign terror threats since President Biden took office. During a Senate Homeland Security Committee hearing, Wray eventually stated that the terror threats have elevated, but did not directly address whether the country has become safer under Biden's watch. Wray warned that the ongoing conflict in the Middle East has raised the threat of a terror attack against Americans to a "whole other level." The White House could not provide a clear answer when asked if terrorists have already crossed over the southern border amid the ongoing crisis and increased security threats in the Middle East.

FBI Offices Accused of Contributing to Anti-Catholic Memo, Contradicting Wray's Testimony
politics2 years ago

FBI Offices Accused of Contributing to Anti-Catholic Memo, Contradicting Wray's Testimony

House Republicans claim that FBI documents obtained contradict FBI Director Christopher Wray's recent testimony, revealing that several field offices contributed to a memo targeting traditionalist Catholics as "potential terrorists." The memo, titled "Interest of Racially or Ethnically Motivated Violent Extremists in Radical-Traditionalist Catholic Ideology Almost Certainly Presents New Mitigation Opportunities," drew criticism when leaked in January. The FBI initially stated that it was a single product from a single field office, but the newly obtained documents suggest involvement from multiple field offices. Republicans are demanding further documentation and have given the agency until August 23 to respond. The FBI maintains that the document was quickly removed and that investigations are not based solely on religious affiliations or First Amendment protected activities.

House Oversight Chair introduces contempt resolution against FBI Director Wray for Biden probe cover-up.
politics2 years ago

House Oversight Chair introduces contempt resolution against FBI Director Wray for Biden probe cover-up.

House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer has introduced a resolution to hold FBI Director Christopher Wray in contempt of Congress for failing to hand over a document detailing unconfirmed allegations of a bribery scheme involving then-Vice President Joe Biden and a foreign national. The FBI is willing to allow the full committee to view the document in a secure location, but it is unclear whether that will satisfy Comer's demands and forestall contempt proceedings. The White House has dismissed Comer's pursuit of the document as politically motivated.

"Jim Jordan subpoenas FBI Director Wray over Catholic Church documents"
politics2 years ago

"Jim Jordan subpoenas FBI Director Wray over Catholic Church documents"

House Judiciary Chair Jim Jordan has issued a subpoena to FBI Director Christopher Wray in connection with a memo that explored avenues for gaining information on white supremacists’ interaction with local Catholic churches. The memo has become the basis for GOP lawmakers accusing the department of developing an anti-Catholic bias. Wray has condemned the memo and stated that the FBI does not conduct investigations based on religious affiliation or practices. The FBI has acknowledged receipt of the subpoena.