FBI Vetting National Guard Troops Amid Fears of Insider Attack During Biden Inauguration

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FBI vetting national guard troops

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is vetting all of the 25,000 National Guard members who will be helping in providing security during the inauguration of President-elect Joe Biden on Wednesday.

The FBI’s move was prompted by Defense officials who expressed worries regarding an insider attack during the inauguration day.

The vetting process shows that officials are extremely worried about the safety and security of incoming President Joe Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris, and other very important personalities (VIPs) during the event.

The military is aware of potential threats as the Biden inauguration approaches

The deadly riot at the U.S. Capitol on January 6 served as a wake-up call that extraordinary security measures are necessary during the inauguration day.

Army Secretary Ryan McCarthy told The Associated Press that officials are aware of potential threats. He instructed commanders to keep watch for any problem within their ranks before the event.

McCarthy said he and other military officials conducted a thorough, three-hour drill in preparation for the Biden inauguration on Wednesday.