MADISON, Wis. – Downtown Madison is preparing for the possibility of violent protests linked to right-wing extremist groups.
This week, Madison police said while they were not aware of any specific threats towards the state capitol building or other downtown areas, they were aware of a protest taking place mid-day.
Limited parking, road barriers, boarded windows- some of the ways local law enforcement agencies are preparing for threats of further insurrection tomorrow at the #WIStateCapitol in Madison.
How nearby businesses are handling the threat of violence – tonight at 10 on #News3Now pic.twitter.com/BnRadEVkqq
— Adam Duxter (@News3Adam) January 16, 2021
In response, Governor Tony Evers has requested help from the Wisconsin National Guard. In addition, officers from Madison Police Department as well as Wisconsin State Troopers will assist Capitol Police, joining together at a unified command post downtown.
Most businesses downtown say they’ll stay closed Sunday, with many opting to board up until after Inauguration Day.
In addition, parking will be restricted around the Capitol Square for the entire day Sunday, while barriers have been set on each side of the Capitol.
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