Threats Against Law Enforcement and Prosecutors Post-Jan. 6 Attack
Former Capitol police officer Michael Fanone is filing for protective orders against Jan. 6 attackers due to threats made against law enforcement officials and prosecutors. Threats have increased against FBI agents and prosecutors involved in investigating the U.S. Capitol attack, with some defendants emboldened by Trump's pardons. Morale among prosecutors and investigators is low, as they fear violent retaliation. FBI employees have had their personal information posted on 'dark web' sites. Former Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio, pardoned by Trump, has called for retribution against FBI agents and prosecutors. Conservative activist Ed Martin, interim U.S. Attorney for D.C., has shown support for Jan. 6 defendants and suggested violence against police may have been justified.