Modern Wisdom #811 - Tim Kennedy - Emergency Episode: Special Forces Sniper Explains Trump Shooting
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Jul 16, 2024 
Tim Kennedy, a Special Forces sniper and Green Beret, dives into the recent security breach involving a former president. He highlights the systemic failures in protecting high-profile figures and critiques the current standards for security detail training. Kennedy discusses the delicate balance between diversity and competence in hiring practices, emphasizing the need for measurable performance. The significance of communication in high-pressure scenarios is underlined, alongside the broader implications of political assassinations and the responsibilities of citizens in a changing political landscape.
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Root Cause of the Incident
- The assassination attempt on former President Trump reflects a combination of incompetence and negligence within the security detail.
- This highlights deeper organizational and personnel issues going back three years.
Importance of Presidential Security
- The US Presidential security detail is considered the premier standard globally.
- This position is vital, protecting the leader of the free world, regardless of political affiliation.
Security Detail Composition
- The security detail protecting Trump was subpar, relying on Homeland Security contractors and local law enforcement.
- This deviated from the Secret Service standard, which raises concerns about competence and preparedness.