United States of America

The United States of America, also referred to as the United States, the U.S., the U.S.A. and America, is a federal republic in North America. It shares land borders with Mexico and Canada. Its capital city is Washington. The United States Congress, its primary lawmaking body, is based there, as is the President.

The country has been the target of many terrorists and, although most terrorist attempts have been stopped, there have been several successful attacks such as nuclear weapon detonations, an attack by Osama bin Laden that killed "thousands," the Cordilla Virus release, the abduction of Secretary of Defense James Heller, the meltdown of a nuclear power station, the destruction of Air Force One, and the assassination of Former President David Palmer.

All these events have led to tough security measures across the country and the creation of several organizations such as the Counter Terrorist Unit.

States

 * See the category of U.S. states

Background information and notes

 * With the exception of brief interludes in Malaysia, South Korea, and Mexico, every episode of 24 is set in the United States. States seen on 24 include California, Louisiana, Oregon, and Iowa. The capital Washington, DC is also heavily featured.

Before Day 1

 * One Shot


 * Day Zero

After Day 2

 * The Game
 * Countdown
 * Cold Warriors
 * Midnight Sun
 * Stories

After Day 3

 * The Mobile Game
 * Agent Down