US Intelligence Community

The U.S. Intelligence Community (IC) is a group of federal agencies responsible for gathering, analyzing, and sharing information to help protect national security. It includes entities like the CIA, NSA, FBI, and others, each with specialized roles such as spying, signals intercepts, or counterterrorism. The IC works together to identify threats, inform policymakers, and support defense and foreign policy decisions, ensuring the country stays informed about international developments and potential risks.