Domestic violent extremists will 'likely continue' to plot and encourage physical attacks against electrical infrastructure in the United States, according to an intelligence briefing obtained by CNN
Domestic violent extremists will"likely continue" to plot and encourage physical attacks against electrical infrastructure in the United States, according to a recent Department of Homeland Security intelligence briefing obtained by CNN.
Since at least 2020, domestic extremists have developed credible, specific plans to attack electricity infrastructure, the memo dated January 24 says, noting that these extremist groups have identified the"electric grid as a particularly attractive target given its interdependency with other infrastructure sectors.
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