Iran’s global proxy network, ranging from Hezbollah to organized crime groups, poses an escalating threat of terrorist attacks on U.S. soil, particularly through protest movements and criminal networks.

ISIS remains a persistent and evolving threat to U.S. election security, as demonstrated by recent terror plots in Oklahoma, New York City, and Toronto, which highlight the need for robust counterterrorism and intelligence measures alongside efforts to address state-sponsored interference.

Controversial speeches across the U.S., from Dearborn to Orlando, highlight the complex tension between free speech protections and national security concerns as religious and political leaders push the boundaries of the First Amendment.

JNIM's recent attacks on Malian military infrastructure highlight the group's growing operational capacity and strategic ambitions in the Sahel, with implications for regional stability.

Tajikistan faces growing internal and external pressures in 2024, with rising ISIS-related terrorism, strained relations with Russia, and increasing dependence on China's military and economic influence, all while struggling to address radicalization within its borders.

The surge in white supremacist activity in 2024 is deeply linked to economic instability, with extremist groups weaponizing antisemitic conspiracy theories to exploit financial grievances and radicalize vulnerable populations.