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No Proof ISIS Behind Vegas, No Problem for its Followers

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An overhead view shows the scene of a mass shooting, including the front facade of the Mandalay Bay resort and casino, at left, Tuesday, Oct. 3, 2017, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)
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Posted: October 3rd, 2017

Extremist followers of ISIS cheered the Las Vegas attack, after the so-called Islamic State claimed responsibility for Sunday’s massacre, though the group offered no proof and U.S. officials have denied any connection.

“The Islamic State supporters on social media accepted it uncritically and were extremely happy,” said Bill Roggio, Managing Editor for The Long War Journal, who follows these message boards closely.

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