The FBI and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) have issued a Public Service Announcement warning about Pride month events being targeted in the U.S.
by foreign terrorist organizations. Increased threat levels domestically included recently documented instances of homophobic and transphobic threats.
The joint PSA released on May 10 is “to provide awareness to the public of foreign terrorist organizations (FTOS) or their supporters potential targeting of LGBTQIA+-related events and venues.
Foreign terrorist organizations or supporters may seek to exploit increased gatherings associated with the upcoming June 2024 Pride Month,” said the FBI and DHS.