The unresolved case of pipe bombs planted outside the RNC and DNC headquarters on Jan. 5, 2021, has taken a new turn. Recent reports suggest the FBI’s explanation for its stalled investigation may not hold up under scrutiny.
Rep. Barry Loudermilk of Georgia has revealed that cell providers denied the FBI’s claim that corrupted phone data hindered their investigation. Former FBI Assistant Director Steve D’Antuono testified in 2023 that data corruption complicated efforts to identify the suspect.
However, Loudermilk told Just the News that “every major cell carrier responded and confirmed that they did not provide the FBI corrupted data.”
The FBI has faced criticism for its inability to identify the suspect, despite clear surveillance footage showing the individual planting a bomb near the DNC. Lawmakers argue that advanced geofencing tools and extensive interviews should have yielded more progress.
Loudermilk has sent a letter to FBI Director Christopher Wray, requesting details about the bureau’s handling of the data and whether carriers were informed of any issues. He has pressed for greater transparency to address growing doubts about the investigation.
The bombs, defused before they could detonate, were a significant security threat that remains unsolved. Critics note that while the FBI has quickly identified and prosecuted other Jan. 6-related individuals, this case has seen little progress.
With the four-year anniversary of the incident approaching, lawmakers are increasing pressure on the FBI to resolve the case. Many argue that solving the pipe bomb mystery is essential to restoring public trust in federal law enforcement.
