Who is DC pipe bomb suspect Brian Cole?
The individual under suspicion for allegedly planting a pipe bomb near the U.S. Capitol on January 5, 2021, has been named as Brian Cole Jr., a resident of Woodbridge, Virginia. This was confirmed by two sources familiar with the case.
Cole, who is 30 years old, is currently in FBI custody as of Thursday, following an extensive investigation that lasted almost five years. Attorney General Pam Bondi announced on Thursday that he faces charges related to the use of an explosive device.
The FBI conducted the arrest in Northern Virginia, and Cole is set to appear in court for the first time in Washington, D.C., on Friday.
White House
Twin power play: President Trump is backing his close ally’s twin brother in a Texas state election.
Youth revolt: A recent poll shows that young Americans hold favorable views of the Democrats, Republicans, and Trump.
Parting words: Charlie Kirk’s latest book serves as a ‘manifesto against the machines of modern life,’ and expresses a call for observing the Sabbath.
World Stage
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Go home: Melania Trump announced that seven Ukrainian children will reunite with their families through an initiative with Russia.
Capitol Hill
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Power balance: Rand Paul is joining forces with Democrats to challenge President Trump’s military actions in Venezuela.
Election fever: The aftermath of a security-related shooting in D.C. has raised concerns for Republicans as they approach Senate elections.
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All of America
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