Terrorism & Extremism
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Extremist Ideology Is Hard to Pin Down
Many extremists—including Trump’s would-be assassins—adhere to ideologies that defy easy definitions. -
The Counterterrorism-as-Influence Competition in Africa
Russia is gaining new partners in Africa, but is it really a loss to the United States? -
The Week That Was
Your weekly summary of everything on the site. -
Jack Smith Makes His Case
In a new filing, the special counsel sets out the most detailed evidence yet against Donald Trump in the prosecution of the former president. -
The Sde Teiman HCJ Judgment: Too Little, Too Late?
A recent judgment of the Israeli Supreme Court held that conditions in a notorious detention center must comply with Israeli law. -
Reflections on the Lebanon Pager Attack
The explosions—more an assault via supply chain than a cyberattack—raise fears that even low-tech devices can be weaponized. -
Counterterrorism Copy Cats
The United States can’t promote democracy and human rights abroad while it remains a model for a militarized counterterrorism-based foreign policy. -
Springfield, Ohio, Is a Microcosm of American Political Violence
This latest incident of political violence in Springfield demonstrates that a clear playbook for violent extremists has emerged. -
Election Violence Is Already in Full Swing
The two attempted assassinations targeting Trump are part of a much broader trend targeting candidates for office. -
Man Charged in Second Alleged Assassination Attempt of Former President Trump
The Justice Department charged Ryan Wesley Routh with two federal felony counts connected to the alleged assassination attempt. -
Two Visions of National Security at the Harris-Trump Debate
A roundup of the candidates’ statements across seven national security themes. -
The Klan Act: Legal Liability for Political Violence
A recent federal court opinion clarifies a portion of the Ku Klux Klan Act, providing a tool to address election-related violence.