This chapter analyzes the use of transnational repression by the United States. While typically associated with authoritarian regimes, we argue that the American government has a long history of transnational repression. The target of this activity has evolved over time: the Cold War featured a focus on Communist, Black Panther, and anti-war leftists while post-9/11 transnational repression focused on Muslim Americans and suspected terrorist sympathizers in foreign countries. Although tactics have shifted over time, Washington’s approach has long featured an emphasis on transnational surveillance and collaboration with foreign governments. Except for drone strikes in the 2000s, we find the U.S. has largely abstained from unilateral, direct physical violence in its transnational repression practices. Furthermore, we argue this distinctive approach is a product of its unique position in the international system. The United States’ democratic status and role as a leading architect of the liberal international order have led it to exercise transnational repression in a way that minimizes accusations of hypocrisy. Thus, the U.S. tends to rely on covert and “outsourced” methods of transnational repression which can avoid public scrutiny and redirect backlash. Relatedly, Washington often relies on post hoc legal justifications when its activities are visible.