said that out of the relatively small number of americans who have returned from fighting in syria, officials have not identified any of them engaged in active plotting. wolf he did say and reiterate that the homegrown violent extremists post the most likely threat. let's go in-depth. joining us senator angus king of maine. a member of the intelligence and armed services committee. senator, thanks very much for coming in. >> yes, sir. >> james clapper, the director of national intelligence saying last year was the worst year in 45 years as far as terror attacks are concerned. secretary kerry says it's pretty good right now. there seems to be a very very huge disconnect there. >> i don't know where secretary kerry was getting his information. it's inconsistent with what i am hearing. jim clapper was clear. the records are there, 2014 was the worst year we have had.