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Read. Follow. Verify.Senate Hearing: The Future of Counter-Terrorism Strategy
Record date · January 1, 2017
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What This Bill Does
The Senate Committee on Foreign Relations held a hearing on December 1, 2016, to discuss how U.S. counter-terrorism strategies should evolve as ISIS loses territory in Iraq and Syria. Experts and senators examined the shift from territorial control to decentralized radicalization and discussed the need for improved government coordination.
This hearing informs the development of future national security policies and government structures intended to address evolving terrorist threats, including lone-wolf attacks and radical ideology.
Who It Affects
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U.S. National Security Agencies
These agencies are responsible for implementing the counter-terrorism strategies and coordination structures discussed by the committee.
Local populations in conflict zones
These populations are impacted by the transition of security responsibilities to local forces as territories are reclaimed from ISIS.
Key Facts
- The hearing took place on December 1, 2016, in the Dirksen Senate Office Building.
- The committee discussed the transition of ISIS from a territorial organization to one focused on inspiring violence and spreading ideology.
- Senators noted recent terrorist-related incidents in Chattanooga, Orlando, San Bernardino, and Ohio State University.
- The committee reviewed the status of military operations in Mosul and Raqqa.
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- The hearing focused on how the U.S. can better coordinate a 'whole-of-government' approach to counter-terrorism.
- The committee examined the role of local security forces in maintaining stability in reclaimed territories.
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