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#Gabbard, #Patel testify at House #hearing on global threats – Google Search google.com/search?q=Gabbard%…— Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) Mar 18, 2026
The #FBI is a central focus of high-level national #security hearings in #Washington
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On Wednesday, March 18, 2026, FBI Director Kash Patel testified before the Senate Intelligence Committee as part of the annual “Worldwide Threats” hearings. This session is a high-level focus of national security discussions in Washington, primarily centered on the escalating war in Iran and domestic security concerns. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
Key Focus Areas of the HearingsIran War & Intelligence Failures: Lawmakers are questioning officials regarding the intelligence provided to the Trump administration before launching the war. A major point of contention is a recent U.S. missile strike on an Iranian elementary school, which reportedly killed over 165 people due to outdated targeting data.
FBI Leadership & Experience: Director Patel faces scrutiny over his leadership during his first year, specifically the firing of dozens of agents. There are concerns about an “exodus of national security experience” at the Bureau while the U.S. faces elevated threats.
Internal Dissent: The hearing follows the high-profile resignation of Joe Kent, the head of the National Counterterrorism Center, who stepped down on March 17, 2026, in protest, claiming Iran did not pose an “imminent threat”.
Domestic Terrorism: The FBI’s capacity to prevent attacks within the U.S. is under intense review following recent violent incidents in Michigan, Virginia, Texas, and New York City. [2, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10]Witness Lineup (Senate Intelligence Committee) [11]
Alongside FBI Director Kash Patel, several other top national security leaders are testifying: [3, 10, 11, 12, 13]Tulsi Gabbard: Director of National Intelligence
John Ratcliffe: CIA Director
Lt. Gen. James Adams: Defense Intelligence Agency Director
Lt. Gen. William Hartman: National Security Agency Chief [10, 14]A second open hearing on the 2026 Annual Worldwide Threats Assessment is scheduled for Thursday, March 19, 2026, before the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence. [15]
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[15] intelligence.house.gov— Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) Mar 18, 2026
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On Wednesday, March 18, 2026, FBI Director Kash Patel testified before the Senate Intelligence Committee as part of the annual “Worldwide Threats” hearings. This session is a high-level focus of national security discussions in Washington, primarily centered on the escalating war in Iran and domestic security concerns. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
Key Focus Areas of the HearingsIran War & Intelligence Failures: Lawmakers are questioning officials regarding the intelligence provided to the Trump administration before launching the war. A major point of contention is a recent U.S. missile strike on an Iranian elementary school, which reportedly killed over 165 people due to outdated targeting data.
FBI Leadership & Experience: Director Patel faces scrutiny over his leadership during his first year, specifically the firing of dozens of agents. There are concerns about an “exodus of national security experience” at the Bureau while the U.S. faces elevated threats.
Internal Dissent: The hearing follows the high-profile resignation of Joe Kent, the head of the National Counterterrorism Center, who stepped down on March 17, 2026, in protest, claiming Iran did not pose an “imminent threat”.
Domestic Terrorism: The FBI’s capacity to prevent attacks within the U.S. is under intense review following recent violent incidents in Michigan, Virginia, Texas, and New York City. [2, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10]Witness Lineup (Senate Intelligence Committee) [11]
Alongside FBI Director Kash Patel, several other top national security leaders are testifying: [3, 10, 11, 12, 13]Tulsi Gabbard: Director of National Intelligence
John Ratcliffe: CIA Director
Lt. Gen. James Adams: Defense Intelligence Agency Director
Lt. Gen. William Hartman: National Security Agency Chief [10, 14]A second open hearing on the 2026 Annual Worldwide Threats Assessment is scheduled for Thursday, March 19, 2026, before the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence. [15]
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[15] intelligence.house.gov— Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) Mar 18, 2026
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Today, March 18, 2026, top U.S. intelligence officials from the Trump administration are testifying before Congress for their annual “worldwide threats” hearings. [1, 2]The testimony, taking place before the House and Senate Intelligence Committees, focuses on the ongoing war in Iran and domestic terrorism concerns following several recent attacks in the U.S.. [2, 3]
Key Officials Testifying
The following leaders are appearing before lawmakers:Tulsi Gabbard: Director of National Intelligence (DNI)
John Ratcliffe: Director of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA)
Kash Patel: Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
Lt. Gen. James H. Adams: Director of the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA)
William Hartman: Director of the National Security Agency (NSA) [2, 3, 4, 5, 6]Major Topics of Questioning
Iran War & Military Operations: Officials are facing questions regarding a recent deadly strike on a school and reports of outdated targeting data provided by the DIA.
Domestic Terrorism: Lawmakers are pressing FBI Director Kash Patel on the bureau’s ability to prevent attacks following recent incidents, including a fatal shooting at an Old Dominion University classroom and an attack at a Michigan synagogue.
FBI Leadership: Patel is also under scrutiny for recent personnel changes, including the firing of dozens of agents, and his first public appearance since controversial social media footage surfaced.
National Security Leaks: Discussions are expected to touch upon previous concerns regarding the use of private messaging apps (like Signal) for sensitive communications. [2, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9]These news articles and live stream cover the testimony of top U.S. intelligence officials regarding the war in Iran and domestic threats.
Top US intelligence officials set to testify about Iran war, threats confronting the homeland – Toronto Star
LIVE: Top National Security Officials Testify on Global Threats … – YouTube
Top US intelligence officials set to testify about Iran war, threats … – WDBJ7
Top US intelligence officials set to testify about Iran war … – WOWT
U.S. intel leaders are grilled again about the leaked Signal chat : NPR – NPR
WATCH: Gabbard calls Signal chats a ‘mistake’ as Trump officials … – PBS[1] apnews.com
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#FBI #News Today – 8:22 AM 3/18/2026
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As of 8:22 AM EDT on March 18, 2026, here are the top FBI and federal law enforcement news #headlines, based on recent reports:Top Intelligence Officials Testifying on Threats: Top US intelligence officials are set to testify today regarding the war in Iran and various threats confronting the homeland, according to reports from early this morning.
Suspicious Cyber Activity Investigation: The FBI is currently investigating “suspicious” cyber activity targeting a system that holds sensitive surveillance information.
FBI Most Wanted Arrest: Ryan Wedding, a former Olympic snowboarder who was on the FBI’s Most Wanted list for running a drug ring, has been arrested.
ATM “Jackpotting” Alert: The FBI has warned of a rise in ATM “jackpotting” attacks across the US, which are suspected to be linked to the Tren de Aragua gang.
Counter-Terrorism Actions: The FBI has reported it recently thwarted a potential ISIS-inspired attack that was planned for New Year’s Eve.
Regional FBI Action: FBI field offices have recently been involved in investigations involving a synagogue attack (Detroit), a university shooting (Norfolk), and various, high-level, multi-state fraud cases. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6]Note: This information is derived from reports dated up to 8:22 AM EDT on March 18, 2026.
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Today, Wednesday, March 18, 2026, the FBI is a central focus of high-level national security hearings in Washington, D.C. [1]
Top FBI News & DevelopmentsCongressional Testimony on Homeland Threats: Senior U.S. intelligence officials, including leadership from the FBI and other national security agencies, are testifying before Congress starting today. The hearings are expected to address the FBI’s current capacity to prevent domestic terror attacks following recent violence at a Michigan synagogue and a Virginia university.
National Security Focus: Officials are facing scrutiny over the ongoing military campaign in the Middle East and its impact on domestic security. This follows recent reports of the White House and FBI responding to unverified tips regarding potential threats to California from Iran.
Cybersecurity Investigations: The Bureau continues to investigate “suspicious” cyber activity targeting systems that hold sensitive surveillance information.
Recent Press Releases: As of this morning, recent official announcements from the FBI Newsroom have highlighted:The sentencing of multiple defendants in a multi-state pharmacy burglary ring.
The dismantling of a global “malicious proxy service” that defrauded thousands of U.S. businesses and individuals.
The addition of a Philadelphia fugitive to the Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list.
A rise in ATM “jackpotting” incidents across the country linked to organized crime groups. [2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7]Historical Note
Today marks the 36th anniversary of the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum heist (March 18, 1990). The FBI continues to seek information regarding the 13 stolen works of art, which are valued at over $1 billion. [8]
Would you like more details on a specific FBI field office’s latest activity or more information on the ongoing Congressional hearings?
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[8] portersquarebooks.com
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FBI News: Investigations and Cyber Threats gemini.google.com/share/46ae…
Here is the latest news regarding the FBI as of today, March 18, 2026. The bureau is currently managing several high-profile domestic security investigations and major cyber threat responses.Major Domestic Investigations
Temple Israel Synagogue Attack: The FBI continues to lead a major investigation into the March 12 attack at the Temple Israel complex in West Bloomfield, Michigan. An armed suspect drove a vehicle into the facility before being killed by on-site security. The FBI is investigating the incident as an alleged act of terrorism targeting the Jewish community. Recent intelligence indicates the suspect had lost family members in an Israeli airstrike in Lebanon just days prior, underscoring domestic blowback from the ongoing Israel-Iran war.
Old Dominion University Tragedy: Following the mass shooting at Old Dominion University on March 12, the FBI’s Norfolk Field Office has deployed its Victim Services Response Team and established a Virtual Family Assistance Center. Just this week, federal agents charged a Virginia man with illegally selling the firearm used in the attack.Cyber Threats & Counterintelligence
Nation-State Cyberattacks: The FBI is navigating the fallout of an Iran-linked cyberattack on Stryker Corporation, America’s largest medical device maker. Unlike typical financially driven ransomware, the attack appears to be a politically motivated data destruction campaign. Unconfirmed reports also indicate the FBI is actively investigating a suspected Chinese intrusion into its own surveillance network.
Steam Platform Malware: The FBI’s Seattle Division has issued a public notice asking gamers for assistance. They are tracking a threat actor who deployed a widespread malware campaign through the Steam platform between May 2024 and January 2026, impacting games like BlockBlasters and Tokenova.
Transnational Scam Operations: On March 16, the FBI announced a coordinated operation with law enforcement partners in Thailand to track and shut down massive scam compounds in Southeast Asia that specifically target Americans.Law Enforcement & Fugitives
“Ten Most Wanted” Updates: The FBI recently added several new fugitives to its Top Ten list. This includes Trung Duc Lu, who is wanted for a 2014 double murder and torture case in Philadelphia, as well as Anibal Alexander Canelon Aguirre, who allegedly leads an international crew tied to the Tren de Aragua gang that steals millions from U.S. financial institutions.
Health Care Violence Prevention: The FBI’s Behavioral Analysis Unit recently partnered with the American Hospital Association to release comprehensive new guidance aimed at helping health care facilities identify and prevent targeted violence before it occurs.Would you like more details on the cyber investigations, or the ongoing fallout from the Michigan synagogue attack?
— Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) Mar 18, 2026