US Secret Service spends over $30K per month for Malibu Mansion to protect Hunter Biden. Biden Junior's tax affairs are under federal probe.

US Secret Service spends over $30K per month to protect Biden Junior

US Secret Service has released a report which says that men who identify as 'involuntary celibates' or 'incels' due to inability to form meaningful relationships with women constitute a rising threat to society.&nbsp;

The report, prepared by National Threat Assessment Center (NTAC) was released on Tuesday. It also dwells on some common themes found in the history of men who resorted to violence against women.

A case study included a 2018 shooting at a Yoga class in Florida. 40-year-old gunman Scott Paul Beierle killed two women and wounded six. The report says that Beirle had a history of inappropriate behaviour towards girls and women.

“During his teen years, the attacker was accused of stalking his classmates and he wrote stories that centered around violent themes," siad Steve Driscoll, a lead research specialist at NTAC. He has been quoted by CBS.

Driscoll says that one of the stories written by Beierle went on for 81 pages. The story has the protagonist killing several girls before committing suicide. The female characters bore resemblance to Beierle's actual classmates.

The man was even arrested previously for groping women.

The report by US secret service said that though Beierle did not resort to any extremist ideology, his behaviour resembled those who identified as 'incels' or 'anti-feminist'.

US Secret Service has released a report which says that men who identify as 'involuntary celibates' or 'incels' due to inability to form meaningful relationships with women constitute a rising threat to society.

US Secret Service has released a report which says that men who identify as 'involuntary celibates' or 'incels' due to inability to form meaningful relationships with women constitute a rising threat to society. The report, prepared by National Threat Assessment Center (NTAC) was released on Tuesday. It also dwells on some common themes found in the history of men who resorted to violence against women. A case study included a 2018 shooting at a Yoga class in Florida. 40-year-old gunman Scott Paul Beierle killed two women and wounded six. The report says that Beirle had a history of inappropriate behaviour towards girls and women. “During his teen years, the attacker was accused of stalking his classmates and he wrote stories that centered around violent themes," siad Steve Driscoll, a lead research specialist at NTAC. He has been quoted by CBS. Driscoll says that one of the stories written by Beierle went on for 81 pages. The story has the protagonist killing several girls before committing suicide. The female characters bore resemblance to Beierle's actual classmates. The man was even arrested previously for groping women. The report by US secret service said that though Beierle did not resort to any extremist ideology, his behaviour resembled those who identified as 'incels' or 'anti-feminist'.

US Secret Service says 'involuntary celebate' men are a rising threat

In a startling disclosure, the US Secret Service has reportedly said that at least $100 billion has been stolen from coronavirus relief programmes in the United States.

The US labour department revealed there has been large scale fraud in unemployment benefits. The agency reportedly recovered $1.2 billion in unemployment benefits and loan fraud while returning $2.3 billion in fraud amount and over 900 cases linked to fraud committed during the pandemic is under investigation.

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According to reports, the US Justice Department has so far prosecuted 150 people and seized $75 million in pay&nbsp;cheque&nbsp;protection fund scam.

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Jessica Aber, the US attorney for the eastern district of Virginia&nbsp;had said on Monday that since the start of this year the agency had charged "30 defendants" with criminal offences based on fraud schemes connected to the COVID-19 pandemic.

The agency said frauds were related to the pay&nbsp;cheque&nbsp;protection programme (PPP), economic injury disaster loan (EIDL) programme and unemployment insurance (UI) programme.

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In the PPP fraud, the agency found individual business owners had inflated payroll expenses to obtain larger loans and serial fraudsters had applied for multiple loans using "false claims about business entities and income".&nbsp;

In the unemployment insurance fraud scam the agency found criminal groups had targeted funds by using stolen identities to file for UI benefits. The agency also shut down fraudulent websites.

"COVID-19 demands have created a climate for bad actors to pursue unique and considerable opportunities for fraud," inspector general Michael J. Missal said.

The agency informed a person had allegedly stolen US mail addressed to more than 150 individuals while stealing over $700,000 in cheque, including $1,200 in COVID-19 stimulus payments.

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In a startling disclosure, the US Secret Service has reportedly said that at least $100 billion has been stolen from coronavirus relief programmes in the United States.

In a startling disclosure, the US Secret Service has reportedly said that at least $100 billion has been stolen from coronavirus relief programmes in the United States. The US labour department revealed there has been large scale fraud in unemployment benefits. The agency reportedly recovered $1.2 billion in unemployment benefits and loan fraud while returning $2.3 billion in fraud amount and over 900 cases linked to fraud committed during the pandemic is under investigation. Also Read: Those fancy cars he flaunted on YouTube? A $30 million fraud scheme paid for them, US says According to reports, the US Justice Department has so far prosecuted 150 people and seized $75 million in pay cheque protection fund scam. Watch | Gravitas: Biggest Covid scam in the world? Jessica Aber, the US attorney for the eastern district of Virginia had said on Monday that since the start of this year the agency had charged "30 defendants" with criminal offences based on fraud schemes connected to the COVID-19 pandemic. The agency said frauds were related to the pay cheque protection programme (PPP), economic injury disaster loan (EIDL) programme and unemployment insurance (UI) programme. Also Read: US coronavirus fraud losses near $100 million as COVID scams double In the PPP fraud, the agency found individual business owners had inflated payroll expenses to obtain larger loans and serial fraudsters had applied for multiple loans using "false claims about business entities and income". In the unemployment insurance fraud scam the agency found criminal groups had targeted funds by using stolen identities to file for UI benefits. The agency also shut down fraudulent websites. "COVID-19 demands have created a climate for bad actors to pursue unique and considerable opportunities for fraud," inspector general Michael J. Missal said. The agency informed a person had allegedly stolen US mail addressed to more than 150 individuals while stealing over $700,000 in cheque, including $1,200 in COVID-19 stimulus payments. (With inputs from Agencies)

US Secret Service reveals billions stolen from COVID-19 relief funds

Ahead of president-elect Joe Biden's inauguration in the United States, the centre of Washington was put on lockdown with over 20,000 armed National Guard troops on the streets days after the violence in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/inside-the-capitol-for-impeachment-national-guard-in-every-corner-356655">Capitol </a>which stunned the nation.

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Police chief Robert Contee said the country's capital was facing &nbsp;"a major security threat" with downtown Washington off-limits to traffic.

Amid the unprecedented security, reports said the US Secret Service is contemplating shutdown of the entire National Mall running from the Capitol to the Lincoln Memorial where people traditionally gather to celebrate the inauguration of a new president.

US officials had earlier warned of armed protests in Washington and all 50 states by pro-<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/new-york-the-city-that-made-donald-trump-ends-ties-with-him-356776">Trump </a>supporters with some law enforcement officials saying that the violence to spill beyond Washington.

US airlines United Airlines, Delta and American have announced that they will not allow travellers flying to Washington area airports to check firearms on their flights.

National railroad service Amtrak informed that it was deploying additional police officers on its trains.

However, Vice President Mike Pence assured the nation that his administration will ensure a "safe inauguration".

"We're going to ensure that we have a safe inauguration and that president-elect Joe Biden, vice president-elect Kamala Harris are sworn in as the new president and vice president," Pence said in his first public appearance since the January 6 violence at the Capitol.

FBI Director Christopher Wray warned that he was "concerned about the potential for violence at multiple protests and rallies planned here in DC and at state capitol buildings around the country."

Ahead of president-elect Joe Biden's inauguration in the United States, the centre of Washington was put on lockdown with over 20,000 armed National Guard troops on the streets days after the violence in Capitol which stunned the nation.

Ahead of president-elect Joe Biden's inauguration in the United States, the centre of Washington was put on lockdown with over 20,000 armed National Guard troops on the streets days after the violence in Capitol which stunned the nation. Watch: Police chief Robert Contee said the country's capital was facing "a major security threat" with downtown Washington off-limits to traffic. Amid the unprecedented security, reports said the US Secret Service is contemplating shutdown of the entire National Mall running from the Capitol to the Lincoln Memorial where people traditionally gather to celebrate the inauguration of a new president. US officials had earlier warned of armed protests in Washington and all 50 states by pro-Trump supporters with some law enforcement officials saying that the violence to spill beyond Washington. US airlines United Airlines, Delta and American have announced that they will not allow travellers flying to Washington area airports to check firearms on their flights. National railroad service Amtrak informed that it was deploying additional police officers on its trains. However, Vice President Mike Pence assured the nation that his administration will ensure a "safe inauguration". "We're going to ensure that we have a safe inauguration and that president-elect Joe Biden, vice president-elect Kamala Harris are sworn in as the new president and vice president," Pence said in his first public appearance since the January 6 violence at the Capitol. FBI Director Christopher Wray warned that he was "concerned about the potential for violence at multiple protests and rallies planned here in DC and at state capitol buildings around the country."

Ahead of Biden's inauguration, Washington on lockdown amid security threat

US secret service agents shot and wounded a man who was apparently armed outside the White House. This comes after US President Donald Trump was seen briefly evacuating in the middle of a press conference. Watch report.

Security alert at White House | Trump briefly leaves a press conference in the middle

The head of the US Secret Service, which <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-homeland-security-chief-kirstjen-nielsen-resigns-208661">guards President Donald Trump</a> and visiting heads of state, is stepping down, the White House said Monday in the administration's latest sign of turbulence.

"United States Secret Service director Randolph 'Tex' Alles... will be leaving shortly and President Trump has selected James M. Murray, a career member of the USSS, to take over as director beginning in May," Trump spokeswoman Sarah Sanders said in a statement.

No reason was given for Alles' sudden departure. However, the former Marine general quickly denied that he had been pushed out.

"No doubt you have seen media reports regarding my 'firing,'" he said in a statement. "I assure you that this is not the case, and in fact was told weeks ago by the Administration that transitions in leadership should be expected across the Department of Homeland Security."

This appeared aimed at shooting down speculation in the US media that Alles may have been axed in connection to a security incident in March at Trump's Florida golf club and weekend retreat.

In the unusual episode, an unauthorized woman got past security carrying Chinese passports and numerous electronic devices, including phones and a thumb drive allegedly found to contain malware.

Other reports said Alles could have lost his job due to some twist in the reportedly often heated internal political battles over White House staffing.

On Sunday, Trump announced via tweet the departure of Homeland Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen, who has spearheaded his controversial policies on trying to stop illegal immigrants and asylum seekers from entering the United States.

Trump said that US Customs and Border Protection Commissioner Kevin McAleenan will be acting secretary.

The Secret Service's main job is to provide security for the president and vice president and their families, as well as former presidents and visiting heads of state. It also coordinates the securing of buildings such as the White House and foreign embassies.

The head of the US Secret Service, which guards President Donald Trump and visiting heads of state, is stepping down, the White House said Monday in the administration's latest sign of turbulence.

The head of the US Secret Service, which guards President Donald Trump and visiting heads of state, is stepping down, the White House said Monday in the administration's latest sign of turbulence. "United States Secret Service director Randolph 'Tex' Alles... will be leaving shortly and President Trump has selected James M. Murray, a career member of the USSS, to take over as director beginning in May," Trump spokeswoman Sarah Sanders said in a statement. No reason was given for Alles' sudden departure. However, the former Marine general quickly denied that he had been pushed out. "No doubt you have seen media reports regarding my 'firing,'" he said in a statement. "I assure you that this is not the case, and in fact was told weeks ago by the Administration that transitions in leadership should be expected across the Department of Homeland Security." This appeared aimed at shooting down speculation in the US media that Alles may have been axed in connection to a security incident in March at Trump's Florida golf club and weekend retreat. In the unusual episode, an unauthorized woman got past security carrying Chinese passports and numerous electronic devices, including phones and a thumb drive allegedly found to contain malware. Other reports said Alles could have lost his job due to some twist in the reportedly often heated internal political battles over White House staffing. On Sunday, Trump announced via tweet the departure of Homeland Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen, who has spearheaded his controversial policies on trying to stop illegal immigrants and asylum seekers from entering the United States. Trump said that US Customs and Border Protection Commissioner Kevin McAleenan will be acting secretary. The Secret Service's main job is to provide security for the president and vice president and their families, as well as former presidents and visiting heads of state. It also coordinates the securing of buildings such as the White House and foreign embassies.

US Secret Service director Randolph Alles to step down: White House

The US&nbsp;Secret Service on Sunday denied a suggestion from President Donald Trump&#39;s personal lawyer that it had vetted a meeting between the president&#39;s son and Russian nationals during the 2016 campaign.

Donald Trump Jr&nbsp;has acknowledged that he met in New York with Russian lawyer Natalia Veselnitskaya after he was told she might have damaging information about his father&#39;s rival, Democrat Hillary Clinton.

&quot;Well, I wonder why the Secret Service, if this was nefarious, why the Secret Service allowed these people in. The president had Secret Service protection at that point, and that raised a question with me,&quot; Jay Sekulow, a member of the president&#39;s legal team, said on Sunday on the ABC news program &quot;This Week&quot;.

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In an emailed response to questions about Sekulow&#39;s comments, Secret Service spokesman Mason Brayman said the younger Trump was not under Secret Service protection at the time of the meeting, which included Trump&#39;s son and two senior campaign officials.

&quot;Donald Trump, Jr. was not a protectee of the USSS in June, 2016. Thus we would not have screened anyone he was meeting with at that time,&quot; the statement said.

According to emails released by Trump Jr&nbsp;last week, he eagerly agreed to meet Veselnitskaya, who he was told was a Russian government lawyer. Veselnitskaya has said she is a private lawyer and denies having Kremlin ties.

On Friday, NBC News reported that a lobbyist who was once a Soviet counter-intelligence officer participated in the meeting, which was also attended by Trump&#39;s son-in-law, Jared Kushner, and the president&#39;s former campaign manager, Paul Manafort.

The meeting appears to be the most tangible evidence of a connection between Trump&#39;s election campaign and Russia, a subject that has prompted investigations by congressional committees and a federal special counsel.

Moscow has denied any interference and the president and Trump Jr&nbsp;have denied any collusion.

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Sekulow&#39;s comments about the Secret Service drew quick criticism, including from Frances Townsend, who advised former Republican President George W&nbsp;Bush on homeland security.

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The Secret Service&#39;s mission is to provide physical protection for the US&nbsp;president. The agency also protects major presidential candidates. But its role in vetting people who meet with a US&nbsp;president or candidates is limited to ensuring physical safety.

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Lawyer: Trump unaware of meeting

Trump himself has said he was unaware of the meeting between his son and the Russian lawyer until a few days ago.

&quot;The president was not aware about this meeting, did not participate in this meeting,&quot; Sekulow told the CBS program &quot;Face the Nation.&quot;

Sekulow added that Trump was not aware of any meetings between his campaign staff and Russians.

A federal special counsel and several congressional panels are investigating allegations by US&nbsp;intelligence agencies that Russia meddled in the 2016 US presidential election to hurt Clinton and help Trump. They are also investigating potential connections between Russian officials and the Trump campaign.

Senator Mark Warner, the top Democrat on one of the panels investigating the matter, the Senate Intelligence Committee, told CNN: &quot;The level of credibility from the senior level of this administration really is suspect.&quot;

Warner said he wanted to hear from everyone who attended the June 2016 meeting.

&quot;Whether we will be able to get the Russian nationals to come over and testify is an open question, (but) those people that our committee has jurisdiction over, the Americans, I sure as heck want to talk to all of them,&quot; Warner said.

'Donald Trump, Jr. was not a protectee of the USSS in June, 2016. Thus we would not have screened anyone he was meeting with at that time'

The US Secret Service on Sunday denied a suggestion from President Donald Trump's personal lawyer that it had vetted a meeting between the president's son and Russian nationals during the 2016 campaign. Donald Trump Jr has acknowledged that he met in New York with Russian lawyer Natalia Veselnitskaya after he was told she might have damaging information about his father's rival, Democrat Hillary Clinton. "Well, I wonder why the Secret Service, if this was nefarious, why the Secret Service allowed these people in. The president had Secret Service protection at that point, and that raised a question with me," Jay Sekulow, a member of the president's legal team, said on Sunday on the ABC news program "This Week". According to emails released by Trump Jr last week, he eagerly agreed to meet Veselnitskaya, who he was told was a Russian government lawyer × In an emailed response to questions about Sekulow's comments, Secret Service spokesman Mason Brayman said the younger Trump was not under Secret Service protection at the time of the meeting, which included Trump's son and two senior campaign officials. "Donald Trump, Jr. was not a protectee of the USSS in June, 2016. Thus we would not have screened anyone he was meeting with at that time," the statement said. According to emails released by Trump Jr last week, he eagerly agreed to meet Veselnitskaya, who he was told was a Russian government lawyer. Veselnitskaya has said she is a private lawyer and denies having Kremlin ties. On Friday, NBC News reported that a lobbyist who was once a Soviet counter-intelligence officer participated in the meeting, which was also attended by Trump's son-in-law, Jared Kushner, and the president's former campaign manager, Paul Manafort. The meeting appears to be the most tangible evidence of a connection between Trump's election campaign and Russia, a subject that has prompted investigations by congressional committees and a federal special counsel. Moscow has denied any interference and the president and Trump Jr have denied any collusion. "Under the bus" Sekulow's comments about the Secret Service drew quick criticism, including from Frances Townsend, who advised former Republican President George W Bush on homeland security. Ok let's try to deflect blame & throw those in @SecretService who protect @POTUS @realDonaldTrump @FLOTUS & family under the bus ???????? https://t.co/HZBAv5HF9K — Frances Townsend (@FranTownsend) July 16, 2017 × "Ok let's try to deflect blame & throw those in @SecretService who protect @POTUS @realDonaldTrump @FLOTUS & family under the bus," she said on Twitter. The Secret Service's mission is to provide physical protection for the US president. The agency also protects major presidential candidates. But its role in vetting people who meet with a US president or candidates is limited to ensuring physical safety. Lawyer: Trump unaware of meeting Trump himself has said he was unaware of the meeting between his son and the Russian lawyer until a few days ago. "The president was not aware about this meeting, did not participate in this meeting," Sekulow told the CBS program "Face the Nation." Sekulow added that Trump was not aware of any meetings between his campaign staff and Russians. A federal special counsel and several congressional panels are investigating allegations by US intelligence agencies that Russia meddled in the 2016 US presidential election to hurt Clinton and help Trump. They are also investigating potential connections between Russian officials and the Trump campaign. Senator Mark Warner, the top Democrat on one of the panels investigating the matter, the Senate Intelligence Committee, told CNN: "The level of credibility from the senior level of this administration really is suspect." Warner said he wanted to hear from everyone who attended the June 2016 meeting. "Whether we will be able to get the Russian nationals to come over and testify is an open question, (but) those people that our committee has jurisdiction over, the Americans, I sure as heck want to talk to all of them," Warner said.

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