Intelligence Failures and Missed Opportunities

This chapter examines the critical intelligence shortcomings surrounding the U.S. response to Osama bin Laden and his network leading up to the 9/11 attacks. It explores the decisions made by key figures in Washington, the complexities of CIA operations, and the repercussions of failed inter-agency communication. The narrative also investigates the connections of Omar al-Bayoumi to the hijackers, emphasizing the dire consequences of oversight in monitoring potential threats.