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Concerns Rise Over Military Ties to Extremism Following Violent New Year's Attacks

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Concerns Rise Over Military Ties to Extremism Following Violent New Year's Attacks

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  • The violent events in **New Orleans** and **Las Vegas** on New Year’s Day have raised alarms about **military involvement in extremist acts**.
  • **Shamsud-Din Jabbar**, an army veteran, died after a truck rampage, killing 14 people, being investigated as a **terrorist act linked to ISIS**.
  • **Matthew Livelsberger**, an active-duty soldier, committed suicide in a Tesla loaded with explosives, leading to injuries and queries into possible political motivations.
  • Investigations reveal that **military backgrounds among extremists** have increased significantly, with **more than 480 individuals** accused of ideologically driven crimes since 2017.
  • The **Pentagon's efforts** to tackle military extremism have faced criticism for relying on outdated data and lacking comprehensive tracking systems.

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