Overview

• Federal intelligence bulletins dated June 23 designate lone actors as the highest terrorism risk to Fourth of July events in New York City and San Francisco due to their ability to evade detection.
• Officials cite the New Orleans New Year’s Day vehicle-ramming attack and continued foreign terrorist group messaging as potential catalysts for copycat violence.
• Authorities warn individuals driven by diverse grievances—from political and religious to anti-government and personal motivations—could single out large public gatherings.
• Security measures have been heightened across event venues and demonstrations despite no specific credible plots being identified.
• Bulletins highlight concerns over unconventional threat methods, including drones, chemical irritants, hazardous materials and bodily fluids.