I think the gathering was initially the same folks that did not riot or tear up anything at the many MAGA rallies across the country, but was infiltrated by antifa, bam, and whoever they cold muster. I also think that the opportunity was presented for white hats to slip in to gather info or evidence.
And Preppy if you listening, I don't think that its over and pretty sure that Biden will never occupy the WH.
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