J6 Intel failures, NDAs and Sean Gallagher’s Threat to President Donald Trump’s legacy and even his life.
IVAN RAIKLIN
USCP Corruption Unveiled: J6 Intel Failures, NDAs, and Gallagher’s Threat to Trump
In March, 2025, Ivan Raiklin, a retired Army Lieutenant Colonel and self-proclaimed “Secretary of Retribution,” conducted an explosive interview with Tarik Johnson, a former United States Capitol Police (USCP) Lieutenant who served for nearly 23 years before retiring from law enforcement in 2022. The discussion, described as a “bombshell” by Raiklin, peeled back layers of systemic corruption, intelligence failures, and leadership malfeasance within the USCP, focusing on the events of January 6, 2021(J6), and the ongoing threats posed by USCP Assistant Chief Sean Gallagher. Johnson’s revelations painted a chilling picture of an institution that not only failed to protect the Capitol but also silenced whistleblowers, endangered President Donald Trump, and shielded corrupt officials from accountability.
Background: Tarik Johnson’s USCP Journey
Johnson began by outlining his extensive career with the USCP, which started in 1999. He rose through the ranks, eventually becoming a special agent in the Dignitary Protection Division (DPD) under the Protective Services Bureau (PSB). This role involved protecting nine key congressional leaders, including the Speaker of the House and Senate Majority Leader, a responsibility akin to the Secret Service’s protection of the president. Johnson underwent specialized training, including armed travel protocols and advanced driving, preparing him to safeguard high-profile figures in high-risk environments. He explained that the USCP operates under Title 2 US Code Chapter 29, with the two most important sections 2USC1967 Describe the Jurisdiction Zone of the US Capitol Police:
and that the US Capitol Police Board is authority that decides what security information is to be released to the DOJ, US Attorney’s Office in DC, FBI or the Courts as outlined in 2USC1979:
The Capitol Police Board—appointed by the Speaker of the House & Senate Majority Leader is comprised of the Architect of the Capitol, and the House and Senate Sergeants at Arms—overseeing its operations. The USCP is structured into three bureaus: Training Services, Operations, and Protective Services, each led by an assistant chief reporting to the Capitol Police Chief. These bureaus consist of subordinate entities known as divisions.
Johnson spent much of his career in the Capitol Division, overseeing the Capitol building, grounds, and Visitor Center, and later in the PSB, where he gained intimate knowledge of congressional leaders’ lives. He noted, “They hear everything,” underscoring the sensitive information agents are privy to, which can be leveraged for protection—or coercion. This dynamic set the stage for Johnson’s allegations of corruption, particularly involving Sean Gallagher, who served in the DPD and later became Assistant Chief of the Operations Bureau.
January 6 Intelligence (INTENTIONAL) Failures: Pittman and Gallagher’s Role
The heart of the interview centered on J6, with Johnson alleging that Yogananda Pittman, then Assistant Chief of the PSB, and her deputy, Sean Gallagher, intentionally withheld critical intelligence from Chief Steven Sund and Chad Thomas, head of the Operations Bureau. This intelligence, documented in report 21-TD-159, warned of potential violence as early as December 20, 2020. Johnson stated, “Pittman and Gallagher had the information the entire time… they were supposed to give it to Chief Sund and Chad Thomas, and it never made it to them.” Had Sund received this intelligence, he could have articulated the need for National Guard (NG) support as he was told that the intelligence didn’t support the need for the NG by both the House and Senate Sergeant at Arms only days before J6. Similarly, Thomas could have recalled officers from telework to bolster Capitol defenses, potentially averting the chaos that ensued.
Johnson described this as what he believes to be an “intentional failure,” (in essence, part of the Fedsurrection plot) noting that both Pittman and Gallagher were promoted after J6—Pittman to Acting Chief and Gallagher to Acting Assistant Chief—while Sund was fired, and Thomas was forcibly removed. Pittman’s testimony that she shared the intelligence, Johnson argued, constitutes perjury, a charge Raiklin suggested Speaker Mike Johnson and Senate Majority Leader John Thune could refer to the US Attorney’s Office in D.C., now led by Ed Martin. Johnson also tied the intelligence failure to the deaths of Ashley Babbitt, Rosanne Boyland, Benjamin Phillips, Kevin Greeson, and Officer Brian Sicknick, whose death from a blood clot Johnson attributed to the stress of J6, blaming Pittman and Gallagher: “The persons responsible for that were Pittman and Gallagher… that’s what they don’t want out.”
NDAs and Coercion: Silencing the Truth
The interview revealed a disturbing tactic used to silence USCP officers post-J6: Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs). Johnson disclosed that he was told that Chad Thomas, after meeting retirement requirements, was told by General Counsel Thomas (Tad) Dibiase, “We’re not going to process your retirement.” Dibiase allegedly offered Thomas a deal: sign an NDA prohibiting him from speaking about J6, or face a costly legal battle to secure his benefits. Johnson stated, “I heard he folded. He signed that NDA, so he can’t speak about the events of January 6th unless he’s subpoenaed.” This coercion, approved by Pittman, was part of a broader effort to suppress the truth, Johnson argued, ensuring that officers like Thomas couldn’t expose leadership failures.
Johnson himself faced pressure to remain silent. Subpoenaed in the Oath Keepers trial of Stewart Rhodes in November 2022, he refused to allow USCP Senior Counsel Lisa Walters, from the Office of General Counsel under Dibiase, to attend his FBI interview. Johnson stated to the FBI that men (who were later identified as Oath Keepers) helped him navigate the chaotic crowd on J6, escorting him up and down steps to safety—a truth that contradicted the prosecution’s narrative. The FBI, to Johnson’s credit, did not push him to lie, but he was not called to testify by the prosecution, likely because his testimony would undermined the government’s case. Johnson’s refusal to conform to the official narrative highlighted the USCP’s efforts to control the J6 story, even at the expense of truth and justice.
Sean Gallagher: The “Modern-Day Lex Luther”
Gallagher’s promotions continued unabated. In 2015, Gallagher was sent to the Capitol Division and in 2018 (exactly three years after his discipline sunsetted), he was promoted to the rank of Inspector and returned to the Dignitary Protection Division in a higher rank, sending a chilling message to whistleblowers: “You don’t report Sean Gallagher, or you’ll get crushed.” Now, as Assistant Chief of the Operations Bureau, Gallagher oversees Capitol security, a role Johnson claims he is woefully unqualified for. Since Trump’s election, Johnson documented three successful instances of guns entering the Capitol and one thwarted attempt, including a shocking breach on January 20, 2025, during Trump’s indoor inauguration. Assistant Chief Benedict, under Gallagher’s oversight, allegedly allowed an armed individual—possibly a personal acquaintance—into the Capitol Rotunda without screening, later attending the Presidential Luncheon in Statuary Hall. Johnson warned, “Sean Gallagher’s actions are creating an atmosphere where the Capitol appears to be a soft target,” directly endangering Trump’s life, as the USCP, not the Secret Service, controls Capitol security.
Johnson’s most damning allegations targeted Sean Gallagher, whom he dubbed the “modern-day Lex Luther.” Somewhere between 2013 and 2015, Gallagher, then a captain in the DPD, led an operation involving multiple USCP officers allegedly stealing thousands of dollars where Gallagher committed forgery, using different colored inks to falsify documents under his supervisors name. Sergeant Rhoda Henderson reported these crimes in 2015 after retiring, prompting an Internal Affairs investigation. Despite evidence of federal crimes the USAttorney’s Office did not prosecute Gallagher, likely at the USCP chief’s request who would have submitted a Declination of Non-Prosecution on Gallagher’s behalf. Gallagher received only a 15-day suspension which was the same punishment Johnson received for wearing a MAGA hat on J6 to navigate through a crowd on the East Front steps of the Capitol. Johnson suggested that Gallagher’s role in the Dignitary Protection Division gave him access to compromising information on Congressional leaders, making him “untouchable.” He theorized, “He has dirt on everybody… that’s why he’s still there.”
Systemic Corruption and Leadership Failures
The interview exposed broader systemic issues within the USCP. Johnson revealed a pre-J6 decision to collect expired riot helmets from Capitol Division officers without issuing replacements, a move he believes was designed to reduce USCP liability: “They just didn’t want those officers to have those helmets on January 6.” This left officers vulnerable, with Johnson noting, “I’d rather have an expired helmet than no helmet at all.” He also discussed the pipe bombs found near the RNC and DNC on J6, which he and Raiklin believe were a diversion to pull resources away from the Capitol. Johnson expressed skepticism that the pipe bomber would ever be identified, stating, “I don’t think they ever wanna find that guy… it’s gonna lead to some awful revelations.”
Johnson accused Special Agent David Lazarus, assigned to then-Speaker Nancy Pelosi, of perjuring himself in the Oath Keepers trial by falsely claiming his location during J6 was in the U.S. Capitol witnessing an contentious interaction between Officer Harry Dunn and several Oath Keepers when video surveillance proved that Lazarus was in another building at the time of Dunn’s interaction with members of the Oath Keepers. Lazarus’testimony contributed to Rhodes’ 18-year sentence despite Rhodes never entering the Capitol. Johnson contrasted this with his view that most officers on the ground, including Harry Dunn, Aquilino Gonell, and Michael Byrd, were “aggrieved” and set up by leadership failures. However, he believes Lazarus and Denea Newell were complicit in the cover-up. Johnson himself was gassed on J6, suffering some vision impairment, but refused to vilify J6 defendants, focusing instead on leadership accountability.
Gallagher’s Threat to Trump and Ongoing Cover-Ups
Johnson’s revelations about Gallagher’s current role were particularly alarming. He detailed multiple security failures under Gallagher’s watch, including the March 3, 2025, incident where an individual entered the Capitol with a gun, only to be caught the next day during the State of the Union, admitting, “I brought the gun in yesterday.” Johnson argued that Gallagher lacks the operational experience to prevent such breaches, having spent most of his career in protective services, not operations. He warned that the Capitol’s vulnerability under Gallagher’s leadership makes it a prime target for those seeking to harm Trump, stating, “If I wanna kill President Trump, the Capitol is probably where I should try to do it at.”
Raiklin raised concerns about Jennifer Hemingway, the new Senate Sergeant at Arms, suggesting her appointment—potentially influenced by Paul Ryan and John Thune—might be designed to continue the J6 cover-up. Hemingway’s deputy, Jason Bell (former USCP), one of Manger’s hires, ties her to problematic leadership decisions, including Benedict’s alleged security lapse. Furthermore, Representative Morgan Griffith of Virginia’s 9th Congressional District during a joint committee hearing of the House Administration Committee Subcommittee on Oversight and Senate Rules & Administration Committee hearing challenged Chief Thomas Manger on USCP General Counsel Thomas Dibiase invocation of attorney-client privilege in Congressional oversight, a move Manger did not instruct but deferred to Dibiase on, suggests a conflict of interest where the USCP GC is ensuring any nefarious actions by the GC are not exposed. Something worthy of subpoenaing by the US Attorney’s Office for the District of Columbia.
A Call for Justice: Johnson’s Vision for Reform
Johnson admitted the challenge of exposing Gallagher in mainstream fashion, stating, “I can’t do it by myself.” He called for a united effort to expose Gallagher’s corruption, emphasizing the need for justice than accountability. His goal is to “make whole” those harmed by J6, including demonstrators, officers, and whistleblowers. Johnson recounted his attempt to appeal to Gallagher’s conscience, using intermediaries within the USCP to deliver a message: fix the harm done to whistleblowers, and those aggrieve could be swayed to believe the damage done to them was led by Chief Manger. Gallagher’s response, delivered within 72 hours, was effectively “go fuck yourself,” reinforcing his belief in his untouchability, possibly bolstered by influential allies. (Both Republicans and Democrats that Gallagher has compromat on).
If appointed USCP Chief, Johnson outlined a bold vision for reform. He predicted that corrupt officers would resign upon his appointment, stating, “They would start transferring to different federal agencies. I wouldn’t have to do anything but walk intomy office and sit there.” He would prioritize justice for J6 victims—whistlseblowers, officers, and demonstrators—while restoring trust in the Department. Johnson emphasized the need to hold officials to a higher standard, starting with Gallagher, whom he accused of “slithering around Capitol Hill” despite his known corruption.
Johnson also addressed the broader implications of the USCP’s autonomy. Unlike other law enforcement agencies, the USCP operates with significant independence, requiring permission for external agencies like the FBI or DHS to operate inside Capitol buildings, except in cases like homicides, where ostensibly the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) takes the lead. This autonomy, Johnson argued, allows potential transgressions by USCP officers or their protectees to go unchecked, as officers and Congressional leaders might cover for each other to protect their careers. (Both political parties)
The Pipe Bomb Diversion and Unanswered Questions
The interview delved into the pipe bombs found near the RNC and DNC on J6, which Johnson and Raiklin believe were a deliberate diversion to pull resources away from the Capitol. Johnson noted that the USCP and MPD share concurrent jurisdiction in the area, but the primary investigative role depends on the location. He expressed skepticism about the investigation, stating, “I don’t think they ever wanna find that guy… it’s gonna lead to some awful revelations.” Raiklin, who has been investigating the pipe bombs, challenged this view, noting a $500,000 reward for information on the suspect. Still, Johnson remained unconvinced, suggesting that identifying the bomber could unravel a larger conspiracy involving USCP leadership or Congressional figures.
Whistleblower Retribution and the Oath Keepers Trial
Johnson’s personal experience as a whistleblower underscored the USCP’s retaliatory culture. Subpoenaed in the Oath Keepers trial of Stewart Rhodes, Johnson faced pressure from USCP Senior Counsel Lisa Walters, who wanted to attend his FBI interview. Johnson refused, stating, “If the Capitol Police is in this room, I am not talking at all.” His testimony revealed that Oath Keepers helped him navigate the J6 crowd, a narrative that contradicted the prosecution’s portrayal of them as violent insurrectionists. The FBI did not push Johnson to lie, but his testimony was excluded, likely because it undermined the government’s case. This exclusion, Johnson argued, was part of a broader effort to control the J6 narrative and protect USCP leadership from accountability.
Johnson also highlighted the case of David Lazarus, a special agent assigned to Nancy Pelosi, who perjured himself in the Oath Keepers trial by falsely claiming his location during J6. Lazarus’ testimony contributed to Rhodes’ 18-year sentence despite Rhodes never entering the Capitol. Johnson described Lazarus’ actions as “egregious,” noting that his lies not only discredited the USCP but also fueled public distrust. He contrasted this with his view that most officers on the ground were “aggrieved” and set up by leadership failures, including Harry Dunn, Aquilino Gonell, and Michael Byrd, whom he believes were placed in unwinnable situations by Pittman and Gallagher.
Gallagher’s Untouchability: A Culture of Corruption
Raiklin and Johnson explored Gallagher’s untouchability, attributing it to his access to compromising information from his DPD role. Johnson shared a personal anecdote about overhearing politically embarrassing information while protecting a congressional leader, underscoring how such knowledge could be leveraged. Raiklin suggested that Gallagher’s power might explain why former Speaker Kevin McCarthy and current Speaker Mike Johnson have resisted deep investigations into J6, fearing exposure or embarrassment to members of the party. Johnson theorized that Gallagher’s “possible blackmailing” of Congressional leaders, combined with the USCP’s autonomy, makes him a formidable adversary.
The interview also touched on other figures implicated in the J6 corruption. Johnson mentioned Denea Newell, who led the Civil Disturbance Unit (CDU), and Julie Farnham, who he believes were involved in the cover-up and possibly the set-up. However,he prioritized Gallagher as the primary target. He expressed frustration at being pressured to vilify J6 defendants, refusing to echo mainstream narratives that label them as terrorists, instead focusing on leadership accountability.
A Call to Action: Justice for J6 Victims
those harmed by J6, including demonstrators, officers, and whistleblowers. He emphasized the need for justice, not just accountability, stating, “Fix the people that were hurt, I go away. You don’t wanna fix it, then I’m gonna keep speaking out.” Raiklin proposed investigating Gallagher’s communications and devices, potentially through the U.S. Attorney’s Office in D.C. or the Director of National Intelligence if foreign communications are uncovered. He also suggested that figures like Tulsi Gabbard and Ed Martin could take action by pulling clearances or initiating indictments. This move resonates with conservative calls for retribution against those perceived to have weaponized government institutions.
Johnson’s revelations have ignited outrage among conservative readers, who demand transparency and accountability from an institution that appears to protect its own at the expense of justice. As President Trump prepares for future Capitol visits, the spotlight on Sean Gallagher intensifies, raising urgent questions about who will finally hold him accountable. Johnson’s call for a united effort to expose Gallagher’s corruption underscores the stakes: without action, the Capitol remains a vulnerable target, and the truth about J6 may never come to light.
The Path Forward: Restoring Trust in the USCP
Johnson’s vision for the USCP, if appointed chief or in a position of leadership, is a department that prioritizes officer safety, public trust, and accountability. He would ensure that guns no longer entered the Capitol (a direct critique of Gallagher’s failures) and give officers the resources they need to do their jobs. He would also balance the expectations of Congress with the need to address past wrongs, stating, “You want to make the department go forward, you wanna make Congress happy, and you wanna fix what was broken.” His proposal to appoint Steven Sund as a Sergeant at Arms reflects a desire for experienced, trustworthy leadership to oversee the USCP’s operations.
Raiklin concluded the interview by emphasizing the broader implications of Johnson’s revelations. The USCP’s role in J6, he argued, is part of a larger pattern of government overreach and weaponization. As calls grow for Speaker Mike Johnson and Senate Majority Leader John Thune to investigate Pittman’s alleged perjury, Gallagher’s corruption and release USCP communications, particularly that of its General Counsel Thomas DiBiase, former staff director of the J6 Committee David Buckley, this exposé may ignite further scrutiny into an institution that has long operated in the shadows.
Conclusion: A Fight for Truth and Justice
Tarik Johnson’s interview with Ivan Raiklin is a clarion call for justice, transparency, and reform within the USCP. From intelligence failures and NDAs to Gallagher’s unchecked corruption, the revelations paint a damning picture of an institution that failed the American people on J6 and continues to do so today. As readers rally behind Johnson’s cause, the fight to hold Gallagher and other USCP leaders accountable takes on new urgency with the current Chief of the US Capitol Police retiring on May 2. With President Trump’s safety at stake and the truth about J6 hanging in the balance, the battle for justice is far from over.
Will Sean Gallagher be elevated to be the next Chief of the US Capitol Police on May 5, 2025 and create the conditions for the Deep State to finally achieve success at taking out President Trump at his next state of the union address in January 2026? Or will Speaker Mike Johnson and Senate Majority Leader John Thune, as the highest authority in the US Capitol, can change the course of history and stop Trump’s next assassination attempt by selecting the right USCP Chief. The big question is, Will they? Or will they be forced to usher in Gallagher, since he may have the requisite dirt on both Thune and Speaker Johnson to rise to the position of USCP chief?
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