Since 2016, there has been a lot of uncertainty surrounding US elections and as you mentioned the insurrection at the Capitol building just furthers that point. Until there is a way to guarantee the security of the elections it will be hard to completely stop outside interference.

I agree, it is unfortunate that this sort of thing happened but it is good that it is being addressed for the future. Like @Robert Niemeyer mentioned the interference does not necessarily have to be successful but in a way cause uncertainty and division throughout the election over who truly won or not.

I found this article quite interesting because foreign interference in elections has become a large issue for the country even before this past election. It is great that the Department of Justice and Homeland Security understand the real threat that events like this can pose to democracy and the security of it. However, it is critical for both the government and the citizens to remain vigilant about what is posted and seen online around election time.

I agree if the US took a more proactive approach to these types of issues then it would be easier to point out individuals who are taking and sharing information. A persons loyalty can be a great indicator of their likelihood of sharing sensitive information.

This article is both concerning and interesting because on one hand, individuals will go to great lengths to get information into the hands of foreign hands. While on the other hand it is good to see that the FBI is taking action against people who are taking sensitive US information and sharing it with the wrong people. The need for comprehensive background checks is critical in ensuring this kind of information does not get to the wrong hands.

I agree with your statement about the government being more transparent but like @Patrick McGivern mentioned there may also be aspects that the government doesn't wish to share because it may cause some panic amongst citizens. The part about disrupting current activity and confronting long-standing organizations is very important because it is easier to manage a situation like this once you reach the root of the problem and begin making changes and taking action from there.

I agree as well, there should still be concern for events abroad while also maintaining security at home. International cooperation on a matter such as terrorism should be of the utmost importance for every nation whether they are directly impacted or not.

The second half of this strategy offers some great information about what the US needs to focus on when fighting against violent extremism within out borders. The threat of online terrorist activity and recruitment is a major problem today due to the fact that everyone has a presence online in one way or another and it makes it easier for terrorist organizations to spread their influence. While this is not the only factor in domestic terrorism it is certainly one of great concern. The Covid-19 pandemic has also shown that terrorist groups are able to foster and maintain a presence online and that there needs to be more security measures in place to protect citizens online.

Very insightful post, I was previously unaware of how large of an impact hacktivists have on domestic terrorist threats. With the rapid evolution of technology, hacktivism may become a larger threat to national security than traditional terrorist threats.

I agree, having a plan for the long-term helps reassure the citizens that terrorism in this country will come to an end. The plan also helps the government better prepare for incidents that may happen in the future which is critical.

This was a very interesting article since it is a little different than the area I'm currently specializing in. However, this strategy remains fairly consistent with other strategies I've read. Domestic terrorism has become a great threat for the US in recent years and this strategy offers a valuable overview of today's threat. While the US is fairly active in combating international terrorism it is great to see that same level of concern at home. This strategy gives the US additional resources and plans to ensure the safety and security of everyone from domestic terrorist threats.