Amid Soaring Threats from Iran, Russia Against US Homeland, Biden-Harris Must Focus on Protecting Us All
The Biden-Harris administration is facing increasing concerns over the escalating threats from Iran and Russia against the US homeland. Recent developments highlight the urgency of prioritizing homeland security.
– **Iranian and Russian Threats**: Both Iran and Russia have been identified as significant threats to US national security. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian’s remarks at the United Nations General Assembly, calling for a world free of nuclear weapons, contrast with the administration’s recent sanctions against Iran and Russia. The two nations have strengthened their military ties, with Russia and Iran capable of conducting hostile clandestine operations inside the US.
– **Intelligence Insights**: Intelligence analysts warn that neither Russian nor Iranian leaders respect the Biden-Harris administration, making them more likely to act aggressively against the United States. The recent arrest of an Iranian-linked Pakistani man who plotted to kill American leaders underscores Iran’s ongoing policy of infiltrating operatives inside the US.
– **Homeland Vulnerabilities**: The Secret Service is facing staffing shortages, high levels of turnover, inadequate training, and incompetence, which have compromised its ability to protect high-profile targets. The failure to protect former President Trump during assassination attempts highlights the vulnerability of other targets, including government buildings, military installations, and critical infrastructure.
– **Cyber Threats**: The US government has recently become aware of an Iranian hack-and-leak operation targeting President Donald Trump’s campaign, which attempted to share stolen material with people associated with President Joe Biden’s campaign. This operation demonstrates the ongoing cyber threats from Iran and the need for enhanced cybersecurity measures.
– **Global Security Concerns**: A National Defense report highlights the worsening situation under the Biden-Harris administration, emphasizing the risks of major conflicts involving China, Russia, North Korea, or Iran. The report underscores the administration’s weaknesses in addressing these threats, including the reversal of Trump-era sanctions and the failure to supply Ukraine with adequate weaponry.
The Biden-Harris administration must address these escalating threats by strengthening homeland security measures and improving intelligence gathering to counter the aggressive actions of Iran and Russia.
