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New U.S. counterterror strategy focuses on drug cartels but omits right-wing extremism

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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