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6:15Now PlayingA reported plot targeting the UFC Freedom 250 event at the White House was allegedly stopped before it could become a national tragedy. Credit belongs to the law enforcement and security professionals who did the hard work and helped the event proceed safely. But now comes the harder question: why is so much sensitive information being pushed into the public space by the FBI at this point in the investigation? In this session of The Piehota Brief, former FBI Executive Assistant Director Chris Piehota examines the growing tension between public credit-seeking and operational discipline. The issue is not whether law enforcement should inform the public. The issue is whether federal leaders are saying too much, too soon, and giving future attackers ideas, insight, and the ability to develop countermeasures or alternate attack methods. The FBI’s job is to protect the American people while upholding the Constitution - this mission does not require applause or constant social media highlights. It requires professionalism, restraint, and excellence. That is what current FBI leaders must focus on.
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