US EditionThe Militia and the Mole
- A wilderness survival trainer infiltrated right-wing militias over several years, aiming to expose their activities and connections.
- Federal prosecutors have convicted more than 1,000 individuals for their involvement in the January 6 events, prompting discussions about future militia actions.
- The trainer, known as Williams, has expressed fears for his safety after revealing his undercover work and plans to release sensitive files.
- Experts warn that public exposure of militia activities could lead to a resurgence of extremist groups, complicating efforts to understand and combat them.
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A mole infiltrated the highest ranks of American militias. Here's what he found.
John Williams kept a backpack filled with everything he’d need to go on the run: three pairs of socks; a few hundred dollars cash; makeshift disguises and lock-picking gear; medical supplies, vitamins and high-calorie energy gels; and thumb drives that each held more than 100 gigabytes of encrypted ...
Mole who infiltrated right-wing militias claims he has evidence tying cops to the movement
Reporting HighlightsA Freelance Vigilante: A wilderness survival trainer spent years undercover, climbing the ranks of right-wing militias. He didn’t tell police or the FBI. He didn’t tell his family or friends.The Future of Militias: He penetrated a new generation of militia leaders, which includ...
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Outraged by Jan 6, a mole infiltrated the highest ranks of US militias
A wilderness survival trainer spent years undercover climbing the ranks of right-wing militias.
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