Sunday, September 22, 2024

Inside the Turbulent, Secret World of the AP3 Militia — ProPublica

On Sept. 20, Seddon recorded a speech with more full-throated instructions for courting law enforcement. He already had officers as members: One AP3 leader in Alabama would send video messages while driving in his police uniform. Seddon wanted to move up the chain of command. "We need to pick the good apples and we need to have them infiltrate the minds of those on the inside that stand on the fence," he said. "It's like building an army."… 

The presidential election could propel the militia movement in a darker direction. Experts worry that a Trump loss could spark violence from those who feel it's their only option, especially if he once again refuses to accept the results. If Trump wins and then fulfills his promise to pardon Jan. 6 defendants, they fear the most radical wing of his party could take it as a license for more extreme action...

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