NYC's Fourth of July Fireworks Under Heightened US Terror Alert
A joint threat assessment from the Federal Bureau of Investigation and Department of Homeland Security, reviewed by Bloomberg News, said large public gatherings like the annual Macy's fireworks show are 'attractive targets' for ideologically motivated violence. The report outlines potential threats ranging from vehicle attacks and drone activity to cyber intrusions and foreign intelligence collection.
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