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National Terrorism Advisory System 

Bulletin 

DHS.gov/advisories 

June 7, 2022 9:00 AM ET 

This Bulletin will expire on 

November 30, 2022 at 2:00 PM ET 

**The NTAS Bulletin issued on February 7, 2022 and set 

to expire on June 7, 2022 is hereby canceled.** 

SUMMARY OF THE TERRORISM THREAT TO THE UNITED STATES 

The United States remains in a heightened threat environment, as noted in the previous Bulletin, and several recent attacks have highlighted the 

dynamic and complex nature of the threat environment. In the coming months, we expect the threat environment to become more dynamic as 

several high-profile events could be exploited to justify acts of violence against a range of possible targets. These targets could include public 

gatherings, faith-based institutions, schools, racial and religious minorities, government facilities and personnel, U.S. critical infrastructure, the 

media, and perceived ideological opponents. Threat actors have recently mobilized to violence due to factors such as personal grievances, 

reactions to current events, and adherence to violent extremist ideologies, including racially or ethnically motivated or anti-government/antiauthority violent extremism. Foreign adversaries—including terrorist organizations and nation state adversaries—also remain intent on 

exploiting the threat environment to promote or inspire violence, sow discord, or undermine U.S. democratic institutions. We continue to assess 

that the primary threat of mass casualty violence in the United States stems from lone offenders and small groups motivated by a range of 

ideological beliefs and/or personal grievances. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 

Key aspects of the evolving threat environment include: 

Several recent violent attacks by lone offenders against minority communities, schools, 

houses of worship, and mass transit have demonstrated the dynamic and complex nature of 

the threat environment facing the United States: 

• Individuals in online forums that routinely promulgate domestic violent extremist and 

conspiracy theory-related content have praised the May 2022 mass shooting at an 

elementary school in Uvalde, Texas and encouraged copycat attacks. Others have 

seized on the event to attempt to spread disinformation and incite grievances, 

including claims it was a government-staged event meant to advance gun control 

measures. 

• The suspect in the grocery store attack in Buffalo, New York in May 2022 claimed he 

was motivated by racist, anti-Black, and anti-Semitic conspiracy theories, often 

referred to as the “great replacement” or “white genocide.” These theories claim that 

minorities, multiculturalists, and a ruling elite are deliberately threatening the 

existence of the white race. The alleged 2019 attacker at a Walmart in El Paso, Texas 

cited similar grievances and inspiration for the attack, and both the Buffalo and El 

Paso attackers indicated they were inspired by the 2019 attacker of two mosques in 

Christchurch, New Zealand. 

• A violent attack in May 2022 in Laguna Woods, California targeted congregants of a 

church that serves the Taiwanese community. The attack killed one individual and 

wounded five others. According to the lead investigative agency, the suspect also 

placed Molotov cocktail-like devices around the church and secured the doors with 

chains and super glue. 

• In April 2022, an individual wearing a gas mask threw two smoke canisters and 

opened fire on a New York City subway during morning rush hour, resulting in injuries 

to dozens of individuals. Following the shooting, a number of pro-al-Qa‘ida and ISIS 

users celebrated the attack, which remains under investigation. 

The continued proliferation of false or misleading narratives regarding current events could 

reinforce existing personal grievances or ideologies, and in combination with other factors, 

could inspire individuals to mobilize to violence. 

• Some domestic violent extremists have expressed grievances related to their 

perception that the U.S. government is unwilling or unable to secure the U.S.-Mexico 

border and have called for violence to stem the flow of undocumented migrants to 

RESOURCES TO STAY SAFE 

Stay Informed and Prepared 

• Be prepared for emergency situations and 

remain aware of circumstances that may 

place you at risk. Make note of your 

surroundings and the nearest security 

personnel. 

• Keep yourself safe online and maintain digital 

and media literacy to recognize and build 

resilience to false or misleading narratives. 

• Review DHS resources for how to better 

protect businesses, houses of worship, and 

schools, and ensure the safety of public 

gatherings. 

• Prepare for potential active shooter 

incidents, as well as efforts to prevent, 

protect against, respond to, and mitigate the 

use of explosives. 

• Learn more about community-based 

resources to help prevent individuals from 

radicalizing to violence. 

• The Power of Hello Campaign helps you 

observe and evaluate suspicious behaviors, 

includes information to mitigate potential 

risks, and obtain help when necessary. 

Report Potential Threats 

• Listen to local authorities and public safety 

officials. 

• If You See Something, Say Something® 

Report suspicious activity and threats of 

violence, including online threats, to local law 

enforcement, FBI Field Offices, or your local 

Fusion Center. Call 911 in case of emergency. 

• If you know someone who is struggling with 

mental health issues or may pose a danger to 

themselves or others, seek help. 

If You See Something, Say Something® Report suspicious activity to local law enforcement or call 911. 

The National Terrorism Advisory System provides information on homeland security issues and threats. It is distributed by the Department of Homeland Security. 

More information is available at: DHS.gov/advisories. To receive mobile updates: Twitter.com/dhsgov. 

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National Terrorism Advisory System 

Bulletin 

DHS.gov/advisories 

June 7, 2022 9:00 AM ET 

This Bulletin will expire on 

November 30, 2022 at 2:00 PM ET 

**The NTAS Bulletin issued on February 7, 2022 and set 

to expire on June 7, 2022 is hereby canceled.** 

the United States. We assess that there is increased risk of domestic violent extremists using changes in border security-related policies 

and/or enforcement mechanisms to justify violence against individuals, such as minorities and law enforcement officials involved in the 

enforcement of border security. 

• Given a high-profile U.S. Supreme Court case about abortion rights, individuals who advocate both for and against abortion have, on 

public forums, encouraged violence, including against government, religious, and reproductive healthcare personnel and facilities, as 

well as those with opposing ideologies. 

• As the United States enters mid-term election season this year, we assess that calls for violence by domestic violent extremists directed 

at democratic institutions, political candidates, party offices, election events, and election workers will likely increase. 

Foreign adversaries remain intent on exploiting the dynamic threat environment to sow discord, undermine U.S. democratic institutions, and 

promote or inspire violence by their supporters. 

• Following the January 2022 hostage situation at a synagogue in Colleyville, Texas, ISIS and al-Qa'ida supporters released statements 

celebrating the hostage taker for bringing attention to the issue of a federally convicted female al-Qa'ida supporter and suggested the 

event could serve as inspiration for future attackers. Foreign terrorist organizations will likely continue to use online platforms to 

attempt to inspire U.S.-based individuals to engage in violent activity. 

• In April 2022, ISIS released an audio message announcing a new global campaign of attacks to “avenge” the deaths of the group’s 

deceased leader and spokesman. The message called on ISIS supporters to carry out knife and vehicle ramming attacks in the United 

States and Europe. 

• The pro-al-Qa'ida Malahem Cyber Army released the third issue of its “Wolves of Manhattan” magazine in April 2022, which focused on 

the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The magazine encouraged supporters to travel to Ukraine to acquire training and weapons to use in 

attacks against the West. 

• Chinese, Iranian, Russian, and other foreign malign influence actors have sought to contribute to U.S. internal discord and weaken its 

focus and position internationally. These actors have amplified narratives that radicalized individuals have cited to justify violence, 

including conspiracy theories and false or misleading narratives promoting U.S. societal division. In recent months, Russia and other 

actors have also amplified conspiracy theories alleging U.S. responsibility for the Russia-Ukraine crisis and claiming U.S. support for bioweapons labs abroad. Some of these actors have used these conspiracy theories to justify calls for violence against U.S. officials and 

institutions. 

• As the U.S. 2022 mid-term elections approach, malign foreign actors could bolster their messaging to sow discord and influence U.S. 

audiences in keeping with practices during previous election cycles. 

HOW WE ARE RESPONDING 

DHS works with partners across every level of government, in the private sector, and in local communities to keep Americans safe, including 

through the following examples of our resources and support: 

• DHS and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) continue to share timely and actionable information and intelligence with the 

broadest audience possible. This includes sharing information and intelligence with our partners across every level of government and 

in the private sector. We conduct recurring threat briefings with private sector and state, local, tribal, territorial, and campus partners, 

including to inform security planning efforts. DHS remains committed to working with our partners to identify and prevent all forms of 

terrorism and targeted violence, and to support law enforcement efforts to keep our communities safe. 

• DHS’s Office of Intelligence and Analysis (I&A), the FBI, and the National Counterterrorism Center released updated behavioral 

indicators of U.S. extremist mobilization to violence. Further, I&A’s National Threat Evaluation and Reporting Program continues to 

provide tools and resources for federal, state, local, tribal, and territorial partners on preventing terrorism and targeted violence, 

including online suspicious activity reporting training. 

• DHS’s Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) works with government and private sector partners – including owners 

and operators of critical infrastructure, soft target facilities, and public gathering places – to enhance security and mitigate risks posed 

by acts of terrorism and targeted violence through its network of Protective Security Advisors and resources addressing Active Shooters, 

School Safety, Bombing Prevention, and Soft Targets-Crowded Places. 

If You See Something, Say Something® Report suspicious activity to local law enforcement or call 911. 

The National Terrorism Advisory System provides information on homeland security issues and threats. It is distributed by the Department of Homeland Security. 

More information is available at: DHS.gov/advisories. To receive mobile updates: Twitter.com/dhsgov. 

If You See Something, Say Something® used with permission of the NY Metropolitan Transportation Authority. 
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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National Terrorism Advisory System 

Bulletin 

DHS.gov/advisories 

June 7, 2022 9:00 AM ET 

This Bulletin will expire on 

November 30, 2022 at 2:00 PM ET 

**The NTAS Bulletin issued on February 7, 2022 and set 

to expire on June 7, 2022 is hereby canceled.** 

• DHS’s Center for Prevention Programs and Partnerships (CP3) educates and trains stakeholders on how to identify indicators of 

radicalization to violence, where to seek help, and the resources that are available to prevent targeted violence and terrorism. In 2021, 

CP3 awarded about $20 million in grants through its Targeted Violence and Terrorism Prevention (TVTP) Grant Program. 

• In 2021, DHS designated for the first time domestic violent extremism as a “National Priority Area” within its Homeland Security Grant 

Program (HSGP), resulting in at least $77 million being spent on preventing, preparing for, protecting against, and responding to related 

threats. 

• In 2022, DHS’s Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) provided over $250 million in funding to support target hardening and other 

physical security enhancements to non-profit organizations at high risk of terrorist attack. 

• DHS remains focused on disinformation that threatens the security of the American people, including disinformation spread by foreign 

states such as Russia, China, and Iran, or other adversaries such as transnational criminal organizations and human smuggling 

organizations. 

• SchoolSafety.gov consolidates school safety-related resources from across the government. Through this website, the K-12 academic 

community can also connect with school safety officials and develop school safety plans. 

If You See Something, Say Something® Report suspicious activity to local law enforcement or call 911. 

The National Terrorism Advisory System provides information on homeland security issues and threats. It is distributed by the Department of Homeland Security. 

More information is available at: DHS.gov/advisories. To receive mobile updates: Twitter.com/dhsgov. 

If You See Something, Say Something® used with permission of the NY Metropolitan Transportation Authority.