Shawn Ryan Show #88 Chris Miller - The Hunt for Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi | Part 2
Dec 12, 2023
Chris Miller, former Secretary of Defense and a 27-year Army veteran, shares gripping insights from his career, including the tragic story of Kayla Mueller's abduction by ISIS, which prompted Operation Kayla Mueller targeting al-Baghdadi. He details the intricate strategies and high-stakes atmosphere during the operation leading to the ISIS leader's elimination. Miller also explores the emotional toll on soldiers, the challenges of military-civilian trust, and the complexity of U.S. military strategy in Afghanistan, shedding light on crucial moments of his military journey.
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Family Over Career
- Chris Miller, after achieving the rank of Colonel, prioritized family over a potential command and deployment.
- He chose to retire, valuing time with his children during their senior year.
From Oversight to Counterterrorism
- After retiring, Miller transitioned to contracting, then a government oversight role he found unfulfilling.
- A friend offered an interview, leading him to a counterterrorism position at the White House.
Kayla Mueller's Story
- Miller recounts the story of Kayla Mueller, an American missionary held captive and abused by al-Baghdadi.
- This atrocity fueled the mission to eliminate the ISIS leader.