Larry Pfeiffer, a former senior CIA official and director of the White House Situation Room, joins to discuss the inner workings of this critical space. He contrasts its real environment with Hollywood depictions, sharing insights from the Osama bin Laden mission. Pfeiffer highlights the importance of apolitical conduct among staff, detailing strict vetting processes. He also touches on the implications of political purges and the need for experienced personnel to ensure national security during turbulent times.