PBD Podcast Assassination Attempt: Secret Service Breakdowns w/ Blackwater's Erik Prince | PBD Podcast | Ep. 439
Jul 15, 2024
In this engaging discussion, Erik Prince, an American businessman and former U.S. Navy SEAL known for founding Blackwater, shares insights on a recent assassination attempt targeting Trump. He critiques the Secret Service, highlighting serious lapses in security and calls for reforms. Prince raises concerns about the agency's effectiveness and the influence of political correctness on national security roles. The conversation also touches on upcoming political strategies, especially relating to vice presidential candidates, emphasizing the high stakes involved.
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Secret Service Incompetence
- Erik Prince criticizes the Secret Service's handling of the recent assassination attempt on Donald Trump.
- He labels their actions as "grotesque malpractice."
Two Minutes Too Long
- A bystander identified the potential assassin over two minutes before the shooting.
- Even a police officer was aware of the threat but retreated instead of taking action.
Security Preparation
- Focus on advance work: map out potential sniper locations, plan rally points and escape routes.
- Conduct realistic training with simunitions and laser vests to build autonomic responses under pressure.
