Legal Proceedings & Investigation - Brian Cole Jr confessed to planting bombs after four hours of questioning [2] - Investigators linked Cole's credit cards to stores selling bomb components [3] - Cell phone data and license plate readers traced Cole to the location where the bomb was planted [3][4] - Cole is cooperating with the investigation, though he did not enter a plea at the first court appearance [4] Suspect's Motivation & Political Views - The suspect held the view that the 2020 election was stolen, a view promoted by President Trump [5][6] - Frustration with both Democratic and Republican parties due to the election may have contributed to the motivation [6][7] Family Support - Cole had significant family support in the courtroom, which is considered critical at this early stage of the investigation [4]