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#778 - Annie Jacobsen - Just How Likely Is A Global Nuclear War?
Modern Wisdom
Decisive role of the president in responding to missile threats
In the event of a missile threat, the president is central in the decision-making process. Military advisors, including those from US Strategic Command and the Joint Chiefs of Staff, would seek a launch order from the president for a counterattack. This process, known as 'jamming the president,' involves obtaining the launch order exclusively from the president. Additionally, the president's paramilitary team, the counter assault team from the Secret Service, plays a crucial and lesser-known role in ensuring the president's safety during such high-stakes situations.
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