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FBI Report Reveals Unpreparedness During January 6 Capitol Riot

9/26/2025

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An after-action report from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) states 274 agents were deployed to the Capitol on January 6, 2021, with many feeling unprepared.
The document cites political bias concerns within the FBI affecting response and readiness.
House Judiciary Committee members, including Rep. Barry Loudermilk (R-Ga.), questioned FBI transparency and actions, noting implications for January 6 cases.

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Story summary

An after-action report from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) states 274 agents were deployed to the Capitol on January 6, 2021, with many feeling unprepared.
The document cites political bias concerns within the FBI affecting response and readiness.
House Judiciary Committee members, including Rep. Barry Loudermilk (R-Ga.), questioned FBI transparency and actions, noting implications for January 6 cases.