Foiled Plots Put Eyes Back on Counterterrorism

The recent arrests in alleged U.S. bombing plots has turned public attention back to the federal government's counter-terrorism efforts. A lot has changed since 9/11, but some enemies stay the same. The latest statement from Osama bin Laden contains language some experts believe signals an upcoming attack. Within the last few days, U.S. law enforcement agencies have foiled what appear to be unrelated terrorist plots in New York, Illinois and Texas. Analysts say the successful coordination that led to these arrests is rooted in policy changes that were implemented after the 9/11 terrorist attacks. "The good news here is that this is a rare example of all of the U.S. government working together-- the intelligence agencies, the law enforcement agencies," said Richard Clarke. "That doesn't mean we'll catch every one of them. It... [read full story]                    

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