Critic: Extremism Summit Focused Too Narrowly On Muslims
Audie Cornish talks to Muslim Advocates Legal Director Glenn Katon about his organization's criticism of the White House approach to countering violent extremism.
National Security
U.S. Communities Called On To Prevent Homegrown Terrorism
Preventing homegrown terrorism is the focus of meetings at the White House this week. Experts say more than 20,000 foreign fighters have traveled to Syria to sign up with the so-called Islamic State.
Minneapolis' Plan Designed To Combat Recruiting By Radical Groups
The White House Summit on Countering Violent Extremism focuses on the homeland. Minneapolis unveils its plan Wednesday. Its Somali-American community has lost dozens of men to terrorist recruiters.
Some Thoughtful Words — And Many Unanswered Questions — After Chapel Hill
Here are some of the many powerful essays we've come across in the aftermath of this tragedy.
Boehner Blames Democrats For Scuffle Over Homeland Security Funding
The Speaker of the House's remarks, made on Fox News Sunday, come after days of back and forth over the measure, which also includes restrictions on President Obama's immigration initiative.
Obama Signs Act Designed To Prevent Suicide Among Veterans
On Thursday, President Obama signed the Clay Hunt Suicide Prevention Act. Is it enough? Rachel Martin puts that question to Department of Veterans Affairs Secretary Robert McDonald.
Gitmo Translator's Past At CIA Throws Wrench In Sept. 11 Trial
Government prosecutors confirmed in a Guantanamo Bay war court today that an interpreter for one of five alleged co-conspirators in the Sept. 11 attacks had earlier worked for the CIA. But they insisted no federal agency had tried to place the interpreter on the defense team to gather intelligence. Defense lawyers cried foul and asked that all further proceedings be suspended until the issue is resolved.
In White House Memory, A-U-M-F Translates To B-U-S-H
Surely it is not a welcome thought for the current White House that it is going to Congress for the Authorization for the Use of Military Force " ... just like President Bush."
White House Seeking Support Of Congress In Fight Against ISIS
Current military action against ISIS relies on a Bush-era vote by Congress authorizing force against al-Qaida. The Obama administration is drafting language for a new authorization specific to ISIS.
Family Confirms Death Of American Hostage Held By ISIS Militants
The family of Kayla Mueller released a statement on Tuesday confirming her death while being held hostage by ISIS militants. Mueller's death raises questions about whether U.S. policies made it more difficult to save her.