FBI director warns of 'elevated' public, national safety; pushes for increased funding
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FBI Warns Congress of 'Coordinated Attack' Against US
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The Spin
Narrative A
With a plethora of security threats mounting, the US must once again view effective counterterrorism as the nation's primary intelligence priority. Although dangers from the likes of artificial intelligence and China continue to grow, the war on terror can't be forgotten. The US' isolationist mentality has allowed Islamist militant groups to find strength once again — this can't be sustained, or Americans will pay the price.
Narrative B
While the threat of terrorism must always be treated with due diligence, a shift away from a counterterrorism-focused intelligence community in recent years is a testament to the successes of America and the West. Though the Islamist terror organizations have switched their focuses towards Russia and China, the West can be confident it's capable of managing the security challenges it faces.