Pentagon report: Domestic extremists pose serious threat to military – By Shawna Chen (Axios) / Mar 2 2021
Domestic extremists pose a serious threat to the military by attempting to recruit service members into their movement, according to a Pentagon report released Tuesday.
Why it matters: Domestic extremism in the military has become a growing concern in recent years, the report notes. It blew into a bigger issue after the Justice Department charged several former and current military members for their involvement in the Jan. 6 Capitol riots, which the FBI classified as domestic terrorism.
What they’re saying: “Military members are highly prized by these groups as they bring legitimacy to their causes and enhance their ability to carry out attacks,” said the report, which was prepared last year at Congress’ request.
