"I think it is fair to say that in my career as a judge and in law enforcement, I have not seen a more dangerous threat to democracy than the invasion of the Capitol."
"A lot of it could be subject to Federal prosecution."
"Well, you put your finger on the most difficult problem we have, which is balancing First Amendment, free association, free speech rights, with protection of our communities against criminal acts."
"I think all forms of civics education that help provide education about misinformation that lead to radicalization or misinformation in general would be helpful."
"I think this is a central question for all of law enforcement to always be careful to balance."
"Well, I agree with Secretary Mayorkas that what's happening on our social media platforms certainly can lead to self-radicalization."
"We have $4 million in our budget request for them to continue and to do further analysis of root causes of radicalization."
"Violent crime has been a priority of the Justice Department since I was last in the Department."
"We will provide the resources that the city needs to assist it in its efforts against violent crime."
"the increased availability of extraordinarily lethal weaponry is what makes domestic violent extremism and domestic terrorism such a serious priority for the Justice Department and DHS and of concern ..."
"Combating the threat of domestic terrorism and domestic violent extremism is a core priority of the Justice Department."
"I share your concern about the increase in violent crime in Missouri and across the country."