Admittedly I overlooked yesterday’s Washington Post Article but I highly recommend you read the article because it pieces together a lot of scattered dots and provides a larger narrative.
Affidavit/Statement of Facts1 - DUONG approached an undercover MPD officer - also I’m kind of sick how MAGA-QANON have hijacked “patriot” given there’s nothing patriotic about what these individuals did to 140 law enforcement officers, the trauma they inflicted on lawmakers and their staff and the destruction of our Capitol building. Being a domestic terrorist isn’t patriotic—it’s the opposite
January 6, 2021, FI DUONG and an associate of his (ASSOCIATE 1) introduced themselves to a Metropolitan Police Department Undercover Employee (MPD UCE) in the vicinity of Freedom Plaza, Washington, D.C. DUONG asked the MPD UCE if he/she was a “patriot,” to which the MPD UCE responded in the affirmative and asked DUONG the same question. DUONG responded by claiming to be an “operator.”
Oh look more geofencing…
It’s odd how many said I was wrong about geofencing and how important this would be to identify those who participated in the deadly Jan6th insurrection. Because there are obvious pros/cons of geofencing but as it relates to Jan6th I was unequivocal in allowing investigators to use every possible tool to bring charges.
If you followed me on Twitter you’ll recall one particular case I followed USA v Chatrie —I was extremely critical about the potential civil liberties impact. Like I said I made an exception for Jan6th and I’m pretty sure I told my Twitter followers to BOLO for geofencing
Jan 6th an inspiration-rallying call for others
Much will be made about how law enforcement “dropped the ball” or how the intelligence community “missed the signs” —for the record both of the aforementioned isn’t productive to the “ongoing investigation” but those prognostications are pretty dangerous. My rebuttal can be found on pages 2 and 3 —which reads in part (and prepare yourself this is absolutely chilling) - what these pages in the Affidavit tell me is at a minimum law enforcement had to have covertly recorded this conversation— but it’s the substance of Defendant statements that are kind of chilling.
“My objective is to find guys, local to this area, guys that we can, kind of, exchange information, build a more robust network. And I think that’s key, especially with everything going no right now, as much as I hate the situation, we have to accept it as well. And so how do we deal with it? Community. And this is how we build resistances and what not, in terms of planning for what will inevitably come as a worst, right? Worst case scenario for any people that, freedom loving, liberty minded, pro 2A type of folks… and our focus is predominantly Virginia 2A, Virginia first, 2A. But to what end will Virginia still remain Virginia. Because I grew up here. My blood is Virginia and I’d hate to leave it. And that was something that he an I have talked about, we should uproot and just go to Texas. Me, cause I’d hate to leave Virginia like that. For me, you can only run for so long, eventually you got to make a stand. I spent, my family spent two generations running from communists. First in China and then in Vietnam, now we’re here. And at a certain point, you just gotta make a stand…”
Also I’m not 100% certain but I’m going with VA 2A rally in January 2020 might be worth checking out. Why? ROBERTO A. MINUTA and The Base23456that’s why
So it wasn’t actually Antifa…
It was DOUNG dressed as Antifa and he infiltrated a local DC Antifa chapter…
DUONG indicated he was at the rally in Washington, D.C. on January 6 and that he was wearing all black in an effort to look like a member of Antifa He also said his vehicle was conducive for stashing his carbine. DUONG told a story about infiltrating an Antifa group and attending one of their meetings at the Eden House in Washington, D.C. ASSOCIATE 1 also told UCE that he and DUONG went to the rally at the U.S. Capitol on January 6…
Read page 4 carefully - particularly the parts where the Defendant talks about lawmaker - again it’s pretty telling that there are so many quotes - this leaves the impression for one to make an inference that both undercover officers had covertly recorded the conversations…
February 12, 2021 - Private Chat Server
“a Bible study.”
Two Bible verses were discussed, and the group spent the rest of the meeting discussing details of the group and planning future group activities. The future activities included Bible studies, but also included activities such as firearms and other training events. On other occasions, the group has considered conducting training in physical fitness, combatives (i.e., training in hand-to-hand combat), and driving skills.
During the meeting on February 12, ASSOCIATE 1 discussed the potential for acquiring a private chat server that could be housed at the DUONG’s residence to ensure the group could have more secure communications. These efforts to acquire a private server are assessed to be an effort to subvert potential law enforcement surveillance effort
February 10, 2021 DUONG coordinated additional surveillance efforts on the U.S. Capitol.
The most chilling aspect is the Defendant acquired a suppressor for his AK-47 and that his activities didn’t stop after Jan6th - in fact based on the affidavit it appears the Defendant actually accelerated his activities
Here’s the deal - the Domestic Terrorism Threat is growing. Many saw the Jan6th insurrection as a success and it is clear that the threat isn’t over. For example read page 6 closely -it covers February March and April - it incorporates new associates and the III%ers
ASSOCIATE 2 addressed DUONG’s group at a meeting at his house in Alexandria, Virginia on March 20, explaining that some of the people that went into the Capitol were smart and wore a mask, and as a result, law enforcement could not identify them. In response, DUONG raised his hand and laughed, stating “I was wearing all black and wearing two different kinds of masks.” Another member of the group, ASSOCIATE 3, then said to DUONG, “But you weren’t there.” DUONG corrected him, stating “I was there actually.”
March 31, 2021 Defendant & prisons
This level of detail is truly why I give the FBI and more broadly the Department of Justice a wide berth. This kind of investigation takes time. Infiltration into a group is a risk these Law Enforcement Officers take. The actual intelligence gathered by infiltration is extremely important and undoubtedly will prevent future attacks.7
March 31, 2021, UCE asked if DUONG took footage
“I see that as an opportunity. With every great revolution, you go to the prisons and you break them out. It’s just a matter of figuring out where the prisons are and that should all be public information. In theory, how many of those guards are equipped in a sense of protecting people from breaking into prison...in theory, if we needed to break people out of prison to add to our numbers, to add to the rank, or even to, hell, to sow discord...what that does is add stress to the system.”
Defendant’s Jan6th Video
The affidavit also provides a list of various comments that the Affiant believes are directly attributed to the Defendant. M
May 21, 2021, DUONG was discussing his family’s property and said
On page nine of the affidavit -this covers “DUONG’s Interest in Violence“ and when you read the plain text of what he said and factor in the recent dates, problematic doesn’t properly describe what page nine elucidates… Defendant DUONG referred to his NoVa home as it could be Waco2.0 and that in of itself is slightly unnerving…
“It’s at least 25 yards. I have my little range finder...I’ve measured out all the major landmarks around here. So I know if the federales ever come and they’re standing at one of my designated spots, I know exactly what distance they’re at.” Later in that conversation, DUONG said, “Put some range flags up too...Let me get my windage. Uh, there we go. Got it. If it’s under a hundred yards, you don’t have to worry about that bullshit...ya know, I just like to talk shit. Especially all the normies are like, oh my god, a hundred yards is so far. If anyone’s ever shot at a hundred yards with a rifle, it’s cake.”
July 2, 2021 Minute Entry:
Minute Entry for proceedings held before Magistrate Judge G. Michael Harvey: VTC Initial Appearance/Detention Hearing as to FI DUONG (1) held on 7/2/2021.
Oral Motion to Appoint Counsel by FI DUONG (1) Heard and Granted.
Oral Motion for Release from Custody by FI DUONG (1) Heard and Granted.
Government does not oppose the Defendant's release with conditions.
Oral Motion by the Government for Speedy Trial Waiver as to FI DUONG (1). Heard and Granted.
Time between 7/2/2021 and 9/3/2021 (63 Days) shall be excluded from calculation under the Speedy Trial Act in the interest of justice X-T. Preliminary Hearing set for 9/3/2021 at 01:00 PM in Telephonic/VTC before Magistrate Judge Zia M. Faruqui. Bond Status of Defendant: Defendant Released/Release Order Issued
My last thought on this - every American needs to watch this New York Times video which reconstructs the Jan6th events. It was published on July 1, 2021 and last night I took the time to watch the whole 40 minute video. I had previously only viewed a few moments here and there. I know that on Jan6th and the days immediately following I had tweeted “how close we came, as a country to a mass casualty event” Sadly the NYTs video-investigation proves that early assessment was uncomfortably correct.
That said I should disclose that in the past I have been critical of the NYTs. I squarely blame this on Maggie and Ken —both on whom have continued to give me pause and unwilling to fully trust the NYTs.
After further self reflection I came to the conclusion that my previous stance wasn’t exactly fair. The reality is the New York Times has numerous incredible reporters at the NYTs who do amazing reporting. Again I genuinely think every American should take the time to watch this NYTs video, in it entirety. It’s breathtaking and I am genuinely thankful for SSampson’s recent reminder of just how important the NTYs video investigation really was/is.
At any rate I hope you found this article informative but to be clear I’m probably going to take a day or two break from covering the criminal Capitol cases - I can sense my objectivity escaping me and that’s usually a sign that I need to focus on other important matters. -Filey
February 2020 - Richard Tobin -odd how so many overlooked this report which contained the first known picture of Tobin and then countless others just ran with my research. Twitter thread archive
Incidentally some blue check didn’t even know what the base was in Oct 2019 thru Jan 2020 he literally thought I was talking about a guitar. I spent hours on the phone explaining how dangerous this group was. Now in 2021 he acts like he did all the research is is the foremost expert. It’s sad but not at all unexpected. To those who targeted me on Twitter i hope you’re proud of yourselves - you trashed hundreds of hours of research or did you - the January 30, 2020 archive is more complete because I was building that Twitter thread
I’m disgusted by those who continue to criticize the FBI and DOJ - and those who amplify their inglorious uninformed bullshit. I say this with absolutely zero respect intend - shut your fucking ignorant self aggrandizing mouths - no really just shut the fuck up and delete your account, podcast or what other grifts you are running. Oh and have you either filed or paid taxes on that largesse? Probably not.I
It's chilling to know that people like this guy were just getting started and think that seceding is a great idea. What's sad is his remark about his family escaping horrific regimes to come here, yet for him, here is not good enough.
I can't believe they let this piece of toe jam go - Oral Motion for Release from Custody by FI DUONG (1) Heard and Granted. With Conditions - yes, I read the minute order. Honestly, what are some of these Magistrate Judges thinking? This yoyo has a plan.
It's chilling to know that people like this guy were just getting started and think that seceding is a great idea. What's sad is his remark about his family escaping horrific regimes to come here, yet for him, here is not good enough.
I can't believe they let this piece of toe jam go - Oral Motion for Release from Custody by FI DUONG (1) Heard and Granted. With Conditions - yes, I read the minute order. Honestly, what are some of these Magistrate Judges thinking? This yoyo has a plan.