**House Holds Worldwide Threats Hearing with Gabbard, Patel, and Ratcliffe** On February 10, the House Foreign Affairs Committee held a hearing to examine the worldwide threats to the United States. The hearing, which was titled "Threats to the Homeland: A Review of the Intelligence Community's Worldwide Threat Assessment," brought together three high-ranking officials to discuss the current state of global security. **Gabbard and Patel Testify on Global Security Concerns** Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard (D-HI) and Ambassador Atul Keshap, a senior State Department official, testified before the committee. Gabbard expressed concerns about the rise of authoritarianism worldwide, stating, "We're seeing a growing trend of authoritarianism, nationalism, and militarism." She emphasized the need for the United States to prioritize diplomacy and international cooperation to counter these threats. Ambassador Keshap highlighted the challenges posed by China's growing military presence in the Indo-Pacific region. He noted that China's actions are designed to "undermine the rules-based international order" and create a "new world order" that benefits Beijing. Keshap also expressed concerns about the threat posed by the Islamic State (ISIS) and other terrorist groups. **Ratcliffe Discusses Domestic and International Threats** Director of National Intelligence John Ratcliffe testified before the committee, providing an overview of the current threats facing the United States. He stated that the country faces a range of domestic and international threats, including terrorism, cyberattacks, and pandemics. Ratcliffe emphasized the need for the United States to prioritize cybersecurity and invest in new technologies to counter these threats. Ratcliffe also discussed the threat posed by China, stating that Beijing's actions are designed to "undermine the United States' economic and technological leadership." He noted that China's military modernization and expansion of its nuclear capabilities pose a significant threat to regional and global security. **Committee Members Question Witnesses** During the hearing, committee members questioned the witnesses on a range of topics, including the threat posed by Iran, the situation in Syria, and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on global security. The witnesses provided detailed responses to the committee's questions, highlighting the complexity and nuance of the global security landscape. The hearing was the latest in a series of high-profile events focused on global security and the threat posed by China. The testimony of Gabbard, Patel, and Ratcliffe provided a detailed and authoritative overview of the current threats facing the United States and the need for the country to prioritize diplomacy, international cooperation, and cybersecurity to counter these threats.