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Mar 2, 2023 · Posted on March 02, 2023. Domestic terrorism is on the rise. Several attacks have been widely reported in the last few years. For example, in May 2022, a racially-motivated individual shot and killed 10 people in Buffalo, New York. A 2018 attack on a Pittsburgh synagogue left 11 people dead.
Nov 30, 2022 · Summary of Terrorism Threat to the United States. The United States remains in a heightened threat environment. Lone offenders and small groups motivated by a range of ideological beliefs and/or personal grievances continue to pose a persistent and lethal threat to the Homeland.
Sep 14, 2023 · Foreign and Domestic Terrorism: The Department expects the threat of violence from individuals radicalized in the United States to remain high, but largely unchanged, mainly seen through lone offenders or small group attacks that occur with little warning.
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In May 2023, a now-deceased individual killed eight and injured seven others at an outlet mall in Allen, Texas. Law enforcement continues to investigate the motive behind the attack, but initial re...In March 2023, a now-deceased individual shot and killed six people at a Christian elementary school in Nashville, Tennessee. Law enforcement continues to investigate the motive behind the attack a...Also in March 2023, a RMVE driven by a belief in the superiority of the white race was arrested and charged with allegedly attempting to use an improvised incendiary device to burn down a church in...In February 2023, two RMVEs driven by a belief in the superiority of the white race were arrested and are now awaiting trial for plotting an attack against electrical substations in Maryland. These...DHS works with partners across every level of government, in the private sector, and in local communities to keep Americans safe, including through the following examples of our resources and support: 1. DHS and the FBI continue to share timely and actionable information and intelligence with the broadest audience possible. This includes sharing in...
Stay Informed and Prepared
1. Be preparedfor emergency situations and remain aware of circumstances that may place you at risk. Make note of your surroundings and the nearest security personnel. 2. Keep yourself safe online and maintain digital and media literacyto recognize and build resilience to false or misleading narratives. 3. Review Department of Homeland Security (DHS) resources for how to better protect businesses, houses of worship, and schools, and ensure the safety of public gatherings. 4. Prepare for poten...
Report Potential Threats
1. Listen to local authorities and public safety officials. 2. If You See Something, Say Something® Report suspicious activity and threats of violence, including online threats, to local law enforcement, FBI Field Offices, or your local Fusion Center.Call 911 in case of emergency. 3. If you know someone who is struggling with mental health issues or may pose a danger to themselves or others, seek help.
Oct 31, 2023 · FBI Director Christopher Wray said Tuesday the war between Israel and Hamas has led to a spike in threats against the United States, warning that "we are in a dangerous period" as various...
Jun 15, 2021 · It found that the two most lethal elements of today’s domestic terrorism threat are (1) racially or ethnically motivated violent extremists who advocate for the superiority of the white race...
One of the most significant terrorism threats to the Homeland we face today is posed by lone offenders3 and small groups of individuals who commit acts of violence motivated by a range of...
