Cities across the nation are boarding up in preparation for widespread violence on and after Election Day, as many states prepare the National Guard for activation and specialized units of military police Guardsmen ready for rapid deployment.
NYC ultra-rich hire armed guards to prepare for civil unrest New York City's wealthy elite are hiring armed guards in the run-up to the election.
Fears have been raised of violence from both left-wing and right-wing extremists - though activists on both sides insist that their goal is to defend against violence from the other side, and ensure a fair election.
Earlier this week, the founder of the Oath Keepers, another heavily armed right-wing militia group, vowed to 'stand up and protect people on Election Day.'.
In an interview with controversial right-wing radio host Alex Jones on Tuesday, Oath Keepers leader Stuart Rhodes accused Democrats of 'stealing the election.
DC Metro Police Chief Peter Newsham promised Thursday that his entire department would be working on Election Day.
The Guard in New Jersey is assisting election officials with balloting, and Delaware and Washington state Guard personnel will provide election-related tech aid.
Saturday, October 31, 2020
America boards up: Cities across the nation prepare for widespread election riots
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