Tom Ridge, the head of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, states that significant progress has been made in combating the Al-Qaeda terrorist network led by Osama bin Laden, but the group remains a threat to the United States. Ridge mentions that thousands of individuals suspected of terrorism have been arrested, providing valuable information about the group. The international anti-terrorism coalition has also frozen millions of dollars in Al-Qaeda assets. Ridge notes that while there is no new threat, the U.S. continues to implement preventive and precautionary security measures. He declined to confirm whether he is a candidate for the newly established Department of Homeland Security. The U.S. Senate is expected to vote on the creation of the Department of Homeland Security this week.
Major Progress in Combating the Al-Qaeda Terrorist Network - 2002-11-18
Tom Ridge announced significant progress against Al-Qaeda, though it still poses a threat. Thousands have been arrested, yielding crucial information, and millions in assets have been frozen. The U.S. is set to vote on establishing the Department of Homeland Security.
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📰 What Happened
Tom Ridge announces progress against Al-Qaeda, but the threat persists to the U.S.
- Tom Ridge announce Al-Qaeda
- U.S. Government arrest thousands of individuals suspected of terrorism
- international anti-terrorism coalition freeze Al-Qaeda assets
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
The U.S. remains vigilant against Al-Qaeda despite reported progress.
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