Jacob Ware

Jacob Ware is a distinguished expert in contemporary extremist movements and domestic terrorism, currently serving as a Research Fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations. His work focuses on the critical intersection of far-right extremism, digital radicalisation, and national security, providing crucial insights into emerging threats to democratic institutions.

As an Adjunct Professor at Georgetown University, Ware brings his expertise directly to the next generation of security professionals. His research particularly emphasises the international dimensions of extremist movements and the growing phenomenon of accelerationism within terrorist tactics. As co-author of God, Guns, and Sedition, he offers deep analysis of how extremist ideologies adapt and spread in the modern digital landscape.

Ware’s specialised knowledge of contemporary terrorist tactics and their evolution in the digital age makes him a leading voice in understanding the complex challenges facing security professionals today. His expertise in how extremist groups leverage modern technology and social networks for recruitment and organisation has become increasingly valuable as these threats continue to evolve.

Listen to Jacob Ware and Bruce Hoffman, co-author of God, Guns and Sedition discuss the evolution of far-right terrorism and the upcoming US election on Episode 181 of the International Risk Podcast.