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Today, #FBI Director Christopher Wray testified before the Senate Appropriations Committee about the Bureau’s FY23 budget request and the current national security and criminal threat landscapes. go.usa.gov/xJC7E
During the Capitol Hill appearance, #FBI Director Wray extended the Bureau’s sympathies to all who were impacted by the May 24 school shooting in Uvalde, Texas. go.usa.gov/xJC7m
#FBI Director Wray also discussed top terrorism threats, how the #cyber risk environment has changed since the COVID-19 pandemic began, and the threat of foreign influence. But he also called lone actors a paramount threat to domestic security. go.usa.gov/xJC7V
Director Wray also testified about the #FBI’s use of partnerships, intelligence-sharing, and expertise to crack down on violent crime in American communities and get criminals and unlawfully possessed weapons off of U.S. streets. go.usa.gov/xJC7v
Finally, #FBI Director Wray encouraged Americans to stay vigilant, and reminded them that having the courage to speak up about would-be active shooters could save lives.

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