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    A Big Piece Of The Secret Service Puzzle Revealed (Ep. 2318)

    enAugust 28, 2024
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    Podcast Summary

    • Secret Service security requests for TrumpThe Secret Service reportedly denied numerous requests for enhanced security assets for former President Trump, despite concerns for his safety, and dismissed these concerns from within the organization.

      The host, Dan Vongino, claims there are significant issues with the United States Secret Service regarding their handling of security requests for former President Trump. He asserts that there is a well-documented paper trail showing numerous requests for enhanced security assets were denied, despite concerns for Trump's safety. Additionally, Vongino alleges that Secret Service headquarters, including current acting director Ron Rowe, dismissed these requests. He emphasizes the importance of this issue and the difficulty in deleting this information, as seen in past instances like the pipe bomb incident involving Kamala Harris.

    • Secret Service's reactive approachThe Secret Service's reactive approach to security at Mar-a-Lago in 2023, despite repeated requests for additional assets, may have contributed to a significant security breach and raises questions about their priorities and decision-making

      The Secret Service's reactive approach to security, rather than a proactive one, may have contributed to a significant security incident at Mar-a-Lago in 2023. Despite repeated requests for additional security assets, the Secret Service did not take action until after an intruder managed to gain entry to the property. The intrusion itself was not just a breach of security, but also a potential threat. The Secret Service's handling of the situation raises questions about their priorities and decision-making, and it's important for media and investigators to press for answers. The lack of an exception for social clubs in 18 USC 3056, which some believed could have been used to justify additional security measures, only adds to the confusion. Overall, this incident underscores the importance of a proactive approach to security and the need for transparency and accountability from those responsible for protecting high-profile individuals.

    • Trump's security decisionsSome decisions regarding Trump's security appeared to be politically motivated, potentially compromising his safety during a high threat level.

      Some decisions regarding President Trump's security appeared to be politically motivated, according to the speaker. They wanted to limit his resources and make him look less presidential. This is concerning, as Trump's threat level was high due to attempts on his life. The speaker believes there were two possibilities: either those in charge were incompetent or they intentionally neglected Trump's security. The confusion about the gunman's location also played a role in the incident. It's important to note that the speaker is not excusing what happened but providing facts and demanding accountability. He also wonders who the shooter was working with and why there's an eagerness to dismiss this incident. The speaker is determined to uncover the truth and will continue his investigation.

    • Transparency in Capitol Police investigationLack of transparency and communication in the Capitol Police investigation into the death of Thomas Crooks has fueled speculation and conspiracy theories, and elected officials are calling for more information to be released to restore trust.

      There are significant concerns regarding the transparency and handling of the investigation into the death of Thomas Crooks, a Capitol Police officer. Senator Ron Johnson and others have raised questions about the rushed disposal of evidence, lack of communication with Congress, and the quick conclusion that Crooks acted alone. The lack of transparency and release of information has fueled speculation and conspiracy theories, rather than quelling them. The FBI's handling of the investigation has been criticized for being opaque and not cooperating fully with Congressional investigators. The public and elected officials are calling for more information to be released in order to restore trust and clarity in the investigation.

    • Secret Service-FBI information sharingThe Secret Service and FBI's refusal to share information with Senator Johnson and inconsistencies in their testimonies fuel conspiracy theories and deviate from their mission to prevent emergencies

      The Secret Service and FBI's refusal to share information with Senator Ron Johnson and his concerns about security at political rallies raises suspicions of something being hidden. The inconsistencies in their testimonies and denials of resources further fuel these theories. This behavior, as Johnson points out, is a recipe for fostering conspiracy theories. The CBS report of Secret Service agents being instructed not to request additional resources also contradicts previous testimonies, adding to the confusion and mistrust. The Secret Service's role is to prevent emergencies, not just respond to them, and their current behavior deviates from that mission.

    • Trump's securityThe Secret Service denied Trump's security detail due to his status as a former president, potentially diverting resources from crucial protective duties, despite known heightened threat level.

      The Secret Service has denied security enhancements for former President Trump's detail multiple times, despite the known heightened threat level. The whistleblower's testimony reveals that this decision was made due to Trump's status as a former president, which is unrelated to his security needs. Meanwhile, the Secret Service has been inundated with DEI initiatives, potentially diverting resources from crucial protective duties. The situation raises serious concerns about the prioritization of security for high-risk individuals and the potential consequences of such decisions.

    • Democrat plot to prevent GOP evidenceThe Democrats allegedly planned an operation to prevent Republicans from presenting evidence of election fraud during certification, involving planting pipe bombs at RNC and DNC to create a distraction and justify forceful intervention, but the discovery of the bombs derailed their plan and led to chaos at the Capitol instead, allowing them to certify the election results without scrutiny

      The events leading up to and including January 6th, 2021, were the result of a carefully planned operation by the Democrats to prevent Republicans from presenting evidence of election fraud during the certification process. This operation involved planting pipe bombs at the RNC and DNC to create a distraction and justify the use of force to stop the Republicans. Repeated warnings of potential instigators and violence were ignored, and Nancy Pelosi, in particular, bears significant responsibility for the unfolding events. The discovery of the pipe bombs derailed the initial plan, but the chaos at the Capitol was used to achieve the same goal of certifying the election results without scrutiny. This theory, supported by numerous pieces of evidence and insider information, challenges the mainstream narrative of the January 6th events and underscores the importance of critical thinking and fact-checking in the face of conflicting narratives.

    • Information suppression during crisesDuring crises, those in power may withhold info and silence law enforcement, while free speech platforms face threats and arrests of their leaders for challenging the status quo

      During a time of uncertainty and potential danger, those in power may choose to withhold information from the public and even order law enforcement to stand down. This was allegedly the case during the search for the pipe bomber, who was told to stand down despite the ongoing Capitol riot. Additionally, there is a perceived threat to free speech platforms like Telegram, as seen in the arrest of its CEO, Pavel Dora. This arrest was allegedly due to Telegram being used by populist movements to challenge the status quo, such as questioning NATO's actions and funding. The hate towards these platforms and figures like Donald Trump stems from their ability to ask difficult questions and challenge the established order. The speaker urges listeners to share a clip of Trump questioning NATO's funding and Germany's pipeline deal with Russia, as it highlights the reasons for the backlash against these figures.

    • EU's view on certain platformsThe EU views platforms like Telegram, True Social, X, and Rumble as public enemy number one due to their potential to challenge the status quo and their association with Donald Trump and potential election-related arrests.

      Certain platforms like Telegram, True Social, X, and Rumble have become targets for the European Union and other organizations due to their potential to challenge the status quo and ask questions about the flow of money. This is why the EU sees them as public enemy number one. During a clip featuring Donald Trump, he exposed a scam involving these entities working together with other large corporations. The speaker also predicts that something significant will happen before the election, possibly involving arrests. He encourages viewers to download the Rumble app, follow the show on Rumble, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify, and join the daily live chat at 11 a.m. The speaker emphasizes that viewers' support helps keep the show on the charts and allows him to continue his passion for the work.

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