FBI Director Christopher Wray made this statement while addressing the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee.
FBI Director Christopher Wray delivered testimony on Tuesday, emphasizing that the ongoing violence between Israel and Hamas has significantly escalated the threat of an attack against Americans within the United States
During his testimony, FBI Director Christopher Wray underscored his concern that the actions taken by Hamas in the Middle East could potentially serve as a source of inspiration for other individuals with malicious intent. FBI Director Christopher Wray noted that the current level of threat against Americans, both domestically and abroad, has not been as high since the emergence of ISIS’s caliphate nearly a decade ago.
Wray’s primary worry is that violent extremists, whether acting as individuals or in small groups, may draw inspiration from the events in the Middle East and attempt to carry out attacks against American citizens in their daily lives. To illustrate the urgency of this concern, FBI Director Christopher Wray cited a recent incident in Texas where a Palestinian asylum seeker was arrested for studying bomb-making techniques and expressing support for violence against Jewish individuals.
The FBI’s Denver office has been actively engaging with local communities in Colorado and Wyoming to ensure their safety
They have stressed their commitment to closely monitoring events in the Middle East and have reminded the public to report any suspicious or threatening activities. FBI Director Christopher Wray concluded his testimony by emphasizing the importance of vigilance, urging the public not to panic, but to remain watchful in their daily activities, including attending schools and places of worship. He reiterated the longstanding message: “If you see something, say something.”
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