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Enhancing Security for High Profile Figures at Public Gatherings

 

Published: March 31, 2026

 

This product provides considerations for identifying and mitigating potential terrorist threats at large public gatherings involving high-profile or influential figures.

 

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JCAT Mission

 

The Joint Counterterrorism Assessment Team (JCAT) is a collaboration by NCTC, DHS, FBI, state, local, tribal, and territorial government personnel to improve information sharing and enhance public safety. The First Responder's Toolbox is an ad hoc, unclassified reference aid intended to promote counterterrorism coordination among federal, state, local, tribal, and territorial government authorities and partnerships with private sector officials in deterring, preventing, disrupting, and responding to terrorist attacks.

 

 

 

Potential Indicators of Illegal Fishing and Wildlife Trafficking by Terrorists

 

Published: March 10, 2026

 

Highlights indicators, evidence preservation considerations, and protective safety measures associated with illegal wildlife trade and crimes associated with illegal fishing by terrorists.

 

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JCAT Mission

 

The Joint Counterterrorism Assessment Team (JCAT) is a collaboration by NCTC, DHS, FBI, state, local, tribal, and territorial government personnel to improve information sharing and enhance public safety. The First Responder's Toolbox is an ad hoc, unclassified reference aid intended to promote counterterrorism coordination among federal, state, local, tribal, and territorial government authorities and partnerships with private sector officials in deterring, preventing, disrupting, and responding to terrorist attacks.

 

 

 

Protecting High-Profile and High-Risk Court Proceedings Against Terrorist Threats

 

Published: January 8, 2026

 

Provides an overview of security considerations to help prepare for high-profile, high-risk court proceedings.

 

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JCAT Mission

 

The Joint Counterterrorism Assessment Team (JCAT) is a collaboration by NCTC, DHS, FBI, state, local, tribal, and territorial government personnel to improve information sharing and enhance public safety. The First Responder's Toolbox is an ad hoc, unclassified reference aid intended to promote counterterrorism coordination among federal, state, local, tribal, and territorial government authorities and partnerships with private sector officials in deterring, preventing, disrupting, and responding to terrorist attacks.

 

 

 

Awareness of Preoperational Surveillance Tactics Associated With Terrorism Offers Opportunities

 

Published: February 13, 2026

 

Highlights prevalent and novel tactics that violent extremists use to conduct preoperational surveillance as part of their attack planning.

 

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JCAT Mission

 

The Joint Counterterrorism Assessment Team (JCAT) is a collaboration by NCTC, DHS, FBI, state, local, tribal, and territorial government personnel to improve information sharing and enhance public safety. The First Responder's Toolbox is an ad hoc, unclassified reference aid intended to promote counterterrorism coordination among federal, state, local, tribal, and territorial government authorities and partnerships with private sector officials in deterring, preventing, disrupting, and responding to terrorist attacks.

 

 

 

Tech Sector Outreach: Identifying Violent Extremist Indicators and Reporting Mechanisms for Online Service Providers

 

Published: December 19, 2025

 

Pre-hospital and hospital terrorism prevention opportunities and resources.

 

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JCAT Mission

 

The Joint Counterterrorism Assessment Team (JCAT) is a collaboration by NCTC, DHS, FBI, state, local, tribal, and territorial government personnel to improve information sharing and enhance public safety. The First Responder's Toolbox is an ad hoc, unclassified reference aid intended to promote counterterrorism coordination among federal, state, local, tribal, and territorial government authorities and partnerships with private sector officials in deterring, preventing, disrupting, and responding to terrorist attacks.

 

 

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