ISIS inspired attacks within the U.S. homeland are likely to become our new normal.Homegrown extremism is now the principal terrorism threat we face.
For those people interested in pursuing a career in national security, mark your calendars for Aug. 20 as American Military University (AMU) will be hosting a Virtual Career Fair featuring federal and private sector employers. AMU employee Jaymie Pompeo offers some pointers in preparation for the Virtual Career Fair.
By Diane Maye
Special Contributor to In Homeland Security
After the fall of Mosul in June 2014 to the Islamic State, the Iraqi government formalized a program under the Ministry of the Interior (MOI) to quickly integrate militias into Iraq’s security apparatus.
By Brett Daniel Shehadey
Special Correspondent for In Homeland Security
In Garland, Texas, two jihadist gunmen on an FBI list opened fire on a crowd with assault rifles while wearing body armor at an event Sunday. Law enforcement officials told The New York Times that the event was a place to gather and share cartoons of the Prophet Mohammad.
By John Ubaldi
Contributor, In Homeland Security
With the 2016 presidential election campaign already underway, each of the aspirants for the White House will soon articulate positions on various issues, but the one issue which threatens the U.S. the most is our economy.
By Dr. Kate Brannum
Program Director, International Relations at American Public University
Over the last several years, Central American governments have increased their efforts to build hydroelectric dams, often under the auspices of the U.N.’s Framework Convention on Climate Change Kyoto Protocol Clean Development Mechanism (CDM).
By Brett Daniel Shehadey
Special Correspondent for In Homeland Security
Adm. Harry B. Harris Jr. has voiced concern that China is building an artificial island in the Spratly archipelago, labeling it the 'Great Wall of Sand.'
By John Ubaldi
Contributor, In Homeland Security
The nuclear negotiations with Iran have had plenty of drama, precipitated with the United States having strained relations with our long term allies in the region.
By Glynn Cosker
Editor, In Homeland Security
One man is dead and another suffered seriously injuries following an exchange of gunfire at the entrance to the NSA headquarters located within Fort Meade, Maryland.