In the spring of 1985, federal law enforcement agencies, specifically the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), launched a major operation against a white supremacist survivalist group called The Covenant, the Sword, and the Arm of the Lord (CSA). This group had established a heavily armed compound in Arkansas, where they were suspected of stockpiling illegal weapons and engaging in extremist activities. The siege began on April 17, 1985, as the ATF and FBI deployed more than 200 agents in an effort to apprehend members and enforce federal laws that were seemingly being violated.Negotiations lasted for two days, with federal officials attempting to persuade the CSA to surrender peacefully. During this tense standoff, various communications characterized by strong grievances against the federal government and law enforcement unfolded. Known for promoting a violent ideology and a radical view against the government, the CSA represented a significant concern during this period due to the rise of various militia and extremist groups throughout the United States. Ultimately, the group surrendered on April 19, 1985, averting further escalation of the situation and ensuring the safety of all involved, including nearby residents who had been deemed at risk due to the heavily armed condition of the compound.