Today: 13 May 2025
14 January 2021
1 min read

Security Beefed Up In US Ahead Of Biden Swearing-In

US President-elect Joe Biden has been briefed by federal officials on the security concerns regarding his inauguration on January 20 in the wake of the January 6 Capitol violence, according to his transition team.

In a statement issued on Wednesday, the team said: “President-elect Biden received a briefing from senior officials at the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the US Secret Service, and key members of his national security team.

“The team is engaging with the current administration to gain as much information as possible on the threat picture, and on the preparations being put in place to deter and defend against violent disruptions or attacks.”

Joe Biden

The transition team’s announcement announcement comes in the wake of the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s warning about plans of armed protests from January 16 through January 20 at all the 50 state capitols, and from January 17 through January 20 at the US Capitol in Washington D.C.

The attack on the Capitol building took place on January 6 while Congress was in session considering the ratification of the electoral college votes electing Biden as President and Kamala Harris as Vice President.

Five people, including a police officer, were killed during the riots.

The transition team however, did not provide specific details about the contents of the briefing, The Hill news website reported.

On Wednesday, the Secret Service began imposing special security measures for the inauguration.

At least 20,000 National Guard troops are expected to be deployed in Washington D.C.

Also Read-Iraq bans travel to 20 countries amid new strain scare

Previous Story

South Korea: Ex-Prez Park’s Jail Term Upheld

Next Story

Iran to upgrade fuel for Tehran reactor

Latest from -Top News

Trump Begins Mideast Tour

The trip comes at a crucial time as US–Iran concluded the fourth round of indirect nuclear talks in Oman on Sunday….reports Asian Lite News U.S. President Donald Trump arrived in Saudi Arabia

Op Sindoor created a new ‘new normal’: Modi

Prime Minister stated that there was currently “nothing to discuss” with Pakistan, dismissing the idea of any resumption of diplomatic talks unless terrorism originating from Pakistani soil is completely dismantled In a

‘Dying of thirst’

Palestine Water Authority says Gaza is “dying of thirst” as water systems collapse. Gazans also reject U.S.-Israeli aid distribution plan, call for enhanced UN role The Palestinian Water Authority (PWA) warned that

Rajasthan Returns to Dubai

This year, the Rajasthan Tourism Board set up their stand at ATM Dubai stage 2025—its first appearance in 15+ years. Under the stewardship of Additional Director Mr. Anand Tripathi, Department of Tourism,

UAE, Uganda forge closer ties 

President of Uganda received H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed; both countries have deepened ties with strategic agreements in energy, investment and digital innovation  In a significant diplomatic engagement aimed at expanding bilateral
Go toTop