Kurt Pipel, a recently retired FBI senior agent with two decades of experience, discusses alarming terror attacks in New Orleans and Las Vegas, highlighting national security responses and investigation complexities. Gordon Chang, author and China expert, analyzes Xi Jinping's aggressive New Year's message, focusing on China's economic struggles and the implications for Taiwan. The conversation uncovers the evolving threats both domestically and geopolitically, showcasing the intertwining of security challenges and international tensions.