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Navigating Extremism and National Security
This chapter provides a reflective account of the speaker's experience as deputy chief of staff during the Trump administration, detailing the complexities of briefing the president on national security issues. It also delves into the rise of Christian extremism in the U.S. and the troubling intersection of violent groups with anti-government sentiments. The chapter examines the socio-political landscape of Idaho, highlighting the state's gun culture and the varying political perspectives between urban and rural areas.