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Secret Service Failure: Incompetence or Malice? | Guest: Sean Davis | 7/17/24

Jul 17, 2024
Sean Davis, CEO of the Federalist, joins the host to discuss the Secret Service's failure during Trump's assassination attempt, debating incompetence or malice. They explore cancel culture, accountability, and the battle against political persecution. Emphasis on the need for active participation in elections and the consequences of overlooking competence and diversification.
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  • The Secret Service's failure in the Trump assassination attempt raised suspicions of malice or incompetence in personnel choices and reactions.
  • Operational failures like unsecured venues and questionable staff responses highlighted the grave security risks during the event.

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The Doubts Surrounding the Secret Service's Performance

Following the failed Trump assassination attempt, questions arose about Secret Service personnel choices and reactions, suggesting possible malice or incompetence rather than negligence. Evidence, like an unsecured rooftop where the shooter was positioned, raised suspicions of understaffing and resource shortages, pointing to operational failures despite absurd explanations by the Secret Service director.

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