This assignment measures your mastery of ULOs $2\mathrm{.}5,2\mathrm{.}6,2\mathrm{.}7,3\mathrm{.}1.$

For this assignment, you will examine threats to our national and homeland security that are posed by pirates and by terrorist use of chemical, biological, nuclear, radiological, explosive, energy $($CBNREE$)$ weapons.

After researching this topic, write a paper in which you address the following questions listed below.

What is piracy, and how does it threaten our homeland and national security?

How does the United States attempt to prevent piracy and maintain a secure maritime environment?

What concerns should the United States address regarding piracy and border security?

Identify three of the current homeland security threats posed by CBNREE weapons. How do those responsible for our homeland and national security prevent terrorists from getting their hands on CBNREE weapons?

What has changed over the past $20$ years concerning the threats posed by CBNREE weapons and defending against their use?