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Federal Officer Cleared in January 6 Pipe Bomb Case

11/26/2025

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A federal security officer was cleared as a suspect in the January 6 pipe bomb incident after alibi video.
The FBI ruled her out after a draft memo from the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) that incorrectly linked her to bomb placements.
Paul McNamara drafted the memo that raised concerns about its implications and dissemination.
The investigation continues with no suspects identified nearly five years later.

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Story summary

A federal security officer was cleared as a suspect in the January 6 pipe bomb incident after alibi video.
The FBI ruled her out after a draft memo from the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) that incorrectly linked her to bomb placements.
Paul McNamara drafted the memo that raised concerns about its implications and dissemination.
The investigation continues with no suspects identified nearly five years later.