New U.S. counterterror strategy focuses on drug cartels but omits right-wing extremism
Summary
The U.S. government has released a new counterterrorism strategy that includes fighting drug cartels as a threat. However, the strategy does not mention right-wing extremist groups. Officials from the U.S. and allied countries are meeting to coordinate their efforts against terrorist groups and other dangerous actors.Key Facts
- The U.S. has a new strategy to fight terrorism.
- This strategy lists drug cartels as among the threats.
- Right-wing extremist groups are not included in the strategy.
- U.S. counterterrorism officials are meeting with allies to discuss coordination.
- The focus is on terrorist groups and non-state actors (groups not controlled by any government).
- The new strategy was recently released.
- William Brangham interviewed Colin Clarke, an expert on terrorism, for more insight.
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