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    Aug 17

    The is still seeking information regarding people who committed violence at the U.S. Capitol on January 6. Visit to see photos and videos from current cases, and if you recognize someone, submit a tip at .

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  2. 17 hours ago

    Happy International Dog Day to our partners! Thank you for helping the protect the country and support victims of crime!

    83 replies 280 retweets 1,431 likes
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  3. Aug 25

    The honors Special Agents Trenwith S. Basford and Mark A. Kirkland, who died in a plane crash in 1977. The agents were assisting agents of the Duluth Resident Agency in conducting aerial surveillance when they died.

    Special Agent Trenwith S. Basford
    Special Agent Mark A. Kirkland
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  4. Aug 24

    is a threat to the government and private sectors. Is your organization prepared to prevent and respond to an attack? Visit to read ’s latest tips on protecting sensitive and personal information from ransomware data breaches.

    A man sits at a pale blue and white desk with his head in his hands. Two computer monitors sit before him, showing identical screens. They read, "YOUR PERSONAL FILES ARE ENCRYPTED," followed by "Make payment or private key will be destroyed in 12 hours 01:34." An image of a blue lock against a red background with other designs in white sits behind the text. A pencil holder, a rubber band ball, a keyboard, and stapler are also on the desk.
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  5. Aug 24

    The , , , and announced yesterday that a federal jury convicted a U.S. citizen of attempting to provide material support to the Islamic State group. The man traveled to North Africa with the goal of joining the group.

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  6. Aug 23

    Protecting the American people requires diverse skill sets. Apply for the Honors Internship Program, and spend next summer working with special agents, intelligence analysts, professional staff, and scientists.

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  7. Aug 23

    in 2001, agents arrested Brian Regan, a former Air Force intelligence officer who had stolen classified documents and photos. He buried the materials in state parks but planned to sell them to foreign governments.

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  8. Aug 22

    As children head back to school, the wants to remind parents, teachers, and students about the dangers of online sexual exploitation. Visit to learn more about the threat, and if you or someone you know is a victim, contact your local FBI office.

    This photo shows a girl leaning against a wall by a window while looking down at and using her smartphone. She has long, dark hair and is wearing a great hooded sweatshirt.
    95 replies 220 retweets 528 likes
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  9. Aug 22

    Your knowledge of foreign languages and cultures could help the keep Americans safe. Visit to see if you qualify to serve as a contract linguist for the FBI.

    A woman addresses four of her colleagues during a conversation. They sit around a wooden-looking table that has items—including coffee cups, paperwork, and writing utensils—on it.
    94 replies 109 retweets 346 likes
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  10. Aug 21

    Help the identify John Doe 13, who allegedly sexually abused a young girl. If you recognize him, call your local FBI office or visit to submit a tip.

    The first line of the graphic reads: "Crime Against Children" above a handprint design located inside of a circle, followed by "Seeking Information." The second and third lines read "UNKNOWN SUSPECT - John Doe 13." Beneath that text, from left to right, there are three close-up images of the subject—each captioned as "John Doe 13"— and a sketch of the subject, captioned as "Artist Sketch of John Doe 13."
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  11. Aug 20

    As an intern, you could join our personnel on searches, scrutinize fingerprints, draft legal memos, or even produce podcasts—all while protecting the American people and upholding the U.S. Constitution.

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  12. Aug 20

    Following an investigation by and our partners, a judge has sentenced a woman to 304 months in prison for trying to kill two children because of their race and national origin. She previously pleaded guilty to federal hate crime charges.

    Special Agent in Charge Eugene Kowel said, "Nicole Poole Franklin committed a despicable crime. She targeted and seriously injured two children because of the color of their skin. FBI Omaha will continue to work closely with our law enforcement partners to investigate hate crimes and seek justice for the victims. We encourage everyone to report such crimes to the FBI."
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  13. Aug 19

    The Chinese government’s ability to collect genetic and genomic data from countries throughout the world threatens global security. The encourages everyone to learn more about the risk and to strive to protect their health care data.

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  14. Aug 19

    "I've always loved math and science and puzzles, so being able to inspire girls to pursue fields seemed like a really fun opportunity," Edwards said during a segment in which she talked about fingerprint patterns and processing techniques.

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  15. Aug 19

    During the National Girl Scout STEM Festival, Kim Edwards, an forensic scientist, held aloft her sash. It was a signal to the thousands of girls who watched the virtual event that she was one of them—and that they could be like her, too.

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  16. Aug 19

    Girl Scouts of the USA and Sign Memorandum of Understanding in Support of STEM Programs for Girls

    37 replies 88 retweets 322 likes
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  17. Aug 18

    Health care fraud isn’t a victimless crime. Visit to learn how helped stop a doctor who performed unnecessary surgeries on his patients—leaving many physically and mentally traumatized—to help finance his extravagant lifestyle.

    90 replies 101 retweets 238 likes
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  18. Aug 18

    : Are you an undergraduate or graduate student who dreams of working for the ? Visit to learn more about our Honors Internship Program before the application cycle opens on September 13.

    85 replies 77 retweets 251 likes
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  19. Aug 16

    Following an investigation by and our partners, a judge has sentenced a Nevada man to 15 years in prison for distributing child pornography. The case was part of , an initiative to combat child sexual exploitation.

    86 replies 150 retweets 560 likes
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  20. Aug 16

    Do you recognize this man who allegedly assaulted law enforcement personnel at the U.S. Capitol on January 6? Help the identify him by calling 1-800-225-5324 or visiting to submit a tip. Remember to mention video 106 in your tip.

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