American Cyber Defense (ACD)

Cyberattacks—both from individuals and hostile governments—are one of the fastest-growing threats to America’s security, economy, and democracy. Our current institutions, like the FBI, are stretched thin between physical and cybercrime. To protect citizens and our national infrastructure, we need a dedicated federal agency: the American Cyber Defense (ACD).

Key Principles

• Dedicated Cyber Defense Force:

  • ACD will specialize in investigating, defending against, and carrying out cyber operations.
  • Relieves the FBI to focus on physical-world crime.

• Recruit the Experts—Hackers:

  • Hire skilled hackers instead of criminalizing them.
  • White hats, gray hats, and even reformed black hats can strengthen U.S. defenses.
  • Use their expertise to expose vulnerabilities before enemies exploit them.

• Comprehensive Mission:

  • Protect individuals from scams, theft, and fraud.
  • Defend critical infrastructure against hostile state-sponsored attacks.
  • Conduct offensive cyber operations when necessary to protect U.S. interests.

• Everyday Security for Citizens: Just as local police patrol neighborhoods, ACD would patrol cyberspace, providing Americans with the protection they deserve in the digital world.

The digital frontier is the new battlefield. From foreign cyber warfare to personal data theft, Americans are exposed every day. By creating a dedicated cyber defense agency, we can take the fight to those who seek to exploit us and ensure safety for every citizen online.

It’s time to put cops on the digital beat—protecting Americans in cyberspace.