[W]e continue to face one of the most serious terrorist threat environments since 9/11. Foreign terrorist organizations are urging recruits to use simple weapons, including toxic chemicals, to target public spaces and events.
Nielsen emphasizes the ongoing terrorist threats involving chemical attacks.
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