Dozens of attacks on churches, pregnancy crisis centers, and pro-life groups around the nation have drawn an FBI investigation and questions from lawmakers about whether the Biden administration is doing enough to stop them.
"Sen. Chuck Grassley sent a letter to FBI Director Chris Wray this week calling for a briefing on the issue and urging Wray to ensure these"violent attacks are recognized by the FBI and are being properly investigated for what they are-cases of abortion-related violent extremism.
"There have been at least 40 violent attacks on crisis pregnancy centers, religious institutions, and other pro-life entities since the Dobbs leak and before the Court even issued its final opinion," Grassley wrote.
"It is critical that the FBI thoroughly investigate the rash of attacks on pro-life groups since the Dobbs draft was leaked, which have only intensified since the official ruling came down. The media have largely ignored these attacks, which don't fit their narrative, but if law enforcement doesn't step up, vandalism may escalate to physical violence and even homicide."
The FBI told The Center Square in a statement they are investigating the attacks.
"The FBI is investigating a series of attacks and threats targeting pregnancy resource centers and faith-based organizations across the country," the FBI press office said in a statement.
"The FBI takes all threats seriously and we continue to work closely with our law enforcement partners and will remain vigilant to protect our communities. We would like to remind members of the public that if they observe anything suspicious or have information about potential threats to report it to law enforcement immediately, call their local FBI field office, or submit a tip to tips.
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