FBI raises counterterror teams to high alert amid Iran tensions

FBI Director Kash Patel said Saturday he has placed the bureau’s counterterrorism and intelligence teams on high alert as U.S. operations against Iran unfold.

"Last night, I instructed our Counterterrorism and intelligence teams to be on high alert and mobilize all assisting security assets needed," Patel wrote on X. 

"Our JTTFs throughout the country are working 24/7, as always, to address and disrupt any potential threats to the homeland."

Patel added that while the U.S. military is handling force protection overseas, the FBI "remains at the forefront of deterring attacks here at home" and will continue working around the clock to protect Americans.

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