Information Environment: DOD Needs to Address Security Risks of Publicly Accessible Information

This report examines how the U.S. Agency for Global Media tracks, analyzes, and responds to foreign disinformation and propaganda campaigns. It highlights gaps in the agency’s processes, including inconsistencies in how its networks document threats, assess risks, and share information with leadership. The findings show that without stronger oversight and standardized reporting, USAGM may miss emerging influence operations that affect global audiences. The report ultimately underscores the importance of coordinated monitoring to protect information integrity in an increasingly contested media environment.