Jihadist extremism is a dangerous form of terrorism that is practiced by small groups of people in the US who have a radical and extreme interpretation of Islam. They believe that they must use violence to further their religious and political goals, and they use tactics such as suicide bombings, kidnappings, and other violent acts to create fear and disruption in order to achieve those goals. Jihadist extremists in the US often target symbols of the West, such as military personnel and government buildings, as well as members of certain religious groups, such as Jews and Christians. The goal of jihadists is to create fear and cause governments to change their policies or laws to fit their way of thinking.