Speaking at the VOICES 25th Anniversary Symposium on Thursday, former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton warned that the Trump administration is failing to adequately monitor and prevent ongoing terrorist threats a quarter-century after the Sept. 11 attacks. Clinton told NBC News’ Andrea Mitchell that the nation has let down its guard, pointing to resurgent terrorist actions and thousands of extremists worldwide who wish harm upon the U.S. She criticized President Donald Trump for prioritizing domestic projects, such as a planned White House ballroom, over evaluating intelligence out of regions like Afghanistan. Clinton also blamed the administration for dismantling parts of the federal government and cutting thousands of jobs across agencies like the State Department and the CIA under an initiative led by Elon Musk, leaving the country without sufficient intelligence-gathering resources in places like western Africa. In response, a Department of Homeland Security spokesperson stated that the agency is fully equipped, actively recruiting, and modernizing its counterterrorism efforts. Reflecting on the aftermath of 9/11, Clinton discussed the toxic air quality at ground zero, stating that early misleading official statements stemmed from a combination of bad science, deliberate actions, and a desire to reopen Wall Street and restore normalcy. She additionally addressed the thousands of individuals suffering from 9/11-related illnesses, calling for a coordinated effort among city, state, and federal governments to fund expanded outreach, screening, and treatment.
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