During a time when misinformation is eroding trust in U.S. elections, the group believes veterans are the key to restoring confidence. The 'Take Our Border Back' protest convoy is being used as a recruiting tool by fringe groups that advocate for violence against migrants. The convoy is making its way toward Texas, where a standoff continues between the state and federal governments over border authority and security. No timeline is in place for the talks or for any changes that will come from them. The Western States Center rated the government’s efforts to address what it claimed were the six biggest threats to U.S. democracy. Even a single incident of violent extremism by a service member can lead to significant negative repercussions for the nation as a whole, the study found. The three men who died in a small plane crash in Oregon over the weekend were Afghan Air Force pilots who had resettled in the U.S. as refugees. The Countering Extremist Activity Working Group was established in 2021 to address an increase in concerning behavior among troops. Findings show ongoing issues with how the services track and report data on extremism in the ranks. While some saw no reason for the training and believed it ignited division among the ranks, others thought it didn’t go far enough. Load More