President Donald Trump appointed 22-year-old Thomas Fulgate to lead the Department of Homeland Security’s Center for Prevention Programs and Partnerships, despite having no prior government experience. The appointment raises concerns among counterterrorism experts due to recent high-profile violent incidents, prompting fears about the future of terrorism prevention efforts.
Critics describe the decision as “reckless,” believing it signals a shift away from traditional counterterrorism initiatives towards immigration-focused objectives under the Trump administration.
Experts and officials have criticized Fulgate’s leadership role, citing the dismantling of prevention efforts and a dangerous shift in focus away from domestic extremism.
