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Inside the teen takeovers threatening to explode this summer as Memorial Day weekend kicks off: 'Very worried'

Amy Swearer, a senior legal fellow at Advancing American Freedom, told Fox News Digital social media, boredom and a lack of consequences are fueling the trend. As Memorial Day weekend kicks off, cities and beach towns across the country are ramping up security amid fears that a wave of social media-fueled teen takeovers from Chicago to Washington, D.C., could spark a volatile summer, with experts warning the large youth gatherings could strain police, fuel violence and threaten recent public-safety gains. Following a chaotic week that included a massive teen gathering at the Jersey shore and a violent brawl inside a D.C. Chipotle, officials warned they are preparing for potential disruptions. Seaside Heights, New Jersey, is set to deploy SWAT teams, mounted officers and federal support if needed, while U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro has vowed to continu

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Inside the teen takeovers threatening to explode this summer as Memorial Day weekend kicks off: 'Very worried'

Amy Swearer, a senior legal fellow at Advancing American Freedom, told Fox News Digital social media, boredom and a lack of consequences are fueling the trend. As Memorial Day weekend kicks off, cities and beach towns across the country…

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Inside the teen takeovers threatening to explode this summer as Memorial Day weekend kicks off: 'Very worried'

Amy Swearer, a senior legal fellow at Advancing American Freedom, told Fox News Digital social media, boredom and a lack of consequences are fueling the trend. As Memorial Day weekend kicks off, cities and beach towns…

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