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Rising Teen Extremism: Terror Threats Surge in U.S.

3/18/2026

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  • The 2026 Annual Threat Assessment from the Director of National Intelligence warns of rising terrorism from radicalized teenage extremists in the U.S.
  • It cites the 2025 New Orleans New Year's attack and a June Boulder attack linked to anti-Israel sentiment.
  • The FBI has labeled recent violence as targeted terror attacks, particularly after U.S. President Donald Trump’s actions regarding Iran.
  • Experts warn that lax border controls may worsen the situation.