What It's Like To Be...
A Secret Service Agent
Jul 2, 2024
Retired Secret Service agent, Cindy Marble, shares insights on surveillance methods, protecting public figures, and learning to jump from moving cars. Discover the unique terminology used in the Secret Service and the mental focus required in high-pressure situations.
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- Secret Service agents have personal relationships with those they protect, like George H.W. Bush.
- Threats against protectees, including the President, are investigated regardless of origin to ensure safety.
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Code Names for Presidents and Family
Each President and their family members are assigned code names starting with the same first letter. For example, George W. Bush was Trailblazer, Laura Bush was Tempo, and Barbara Bush was Turquoise. This naming tradition ensures a unified approach to security measures and communication within the Secret Service.
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