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08-29-24 RSO News PM
More Threats Than Ever? Yeah, It’s Not Your Imagination
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“Courage is what it takes to stand up and speak; courage is also what it takes to sit down and listen.”
—Winston Churchill
America Under Siege: FBI Chief Warns of Unprecedented Threat Landscape
In a stark reality check, FBI Director Christopher Wray painted a dire portrait of America's national security situation, citing multiple escalating threats and expressing grave concern about the capacity of our law enforcement agencies to keep pace. "I worry about the combination of that many threats being elevated at once, with the challenges facing the men and women in law enforcement more generally," Wray warned during an exclusive AP interview.
From homegrown terrorists inspired by recent atrocities like October's deadly Hamas assault in Israel – reminiscent of ISIS's brutal reign – to China's relentless pursuit of U.S. intellectual property and electoral meddling, no stone seems left unturned in this multi-front war on American sovereignty. Moreover, the porous southern border remains vulnerable to infiltration by nefarious actors, exemplified by the arrest of alleged IS operatives hailing from Tajikistan earlier this year.
As the nation hurtles toward another contentious presidential contest, Wray underscored the imperative role played by public-private cooperation in countering these perils. He emphasized that investigating high-stakes incidents necessitates seamless collaboration across sectors: "...ultimately, you're talking about the ability to connect the dots... You need to have partners sharing information with each other to put the two pieces together to see the bigger picture."
Amidst this turbulent backdrop, tragedies continue to unfold. Law enforcement personnel fall victim to violent assaults almost daily (four fatalities recorded in Minnesota thus far), leaving their loved ones bereaved and communities shaken. As Wray poignantly acknowledged, "Such violence breaks my heart every single time."
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A Quick Look at the Latest Tweet
Politicians say the darnest things, and we can’t help but share some of the craziest ones we’ve seen. Check out the latest we found…
Senator @JDVance figured out why Kamala is so joyful 🔥
“She went from getting NO votes for President and having to drop out, to getting no votes for president and becoming the Democrat nominee — all without lifting a finger. No wonder Kamala's joyful.”
— Donald Trump Jr. (@DonaldJTrumpJr)
5:57 PM • Aug 27, 2024
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