Episode 239 - The Truth About Terror Threats & U.S. Security Gaps

In this episode, Mark Ledlow and Fred Burton, Executive Director of Protection and Intelligence at Ontic and a best-selling author, discuss the surrounding potential threats posed by an open border policy and the presence of terrorist cells. The discussion delves into the analytical evidence of terrorism threats linked to transnational entries, highlighting that no domestic terror acts have been documented as originating from the southern border. The conversation touches on broader security issues, including high-profile plots thwarted in the past, school shootings, and the impact of geopolitical events on domestic safety. They emphasize the importance of analytical rigor and logical decision-making in the security and protective services industry, comparing different attitudes toward personal protection across regions and discussing the implications of various security measures for high-profile individuals.

Learn about all this and more in this episode of The Fearless Mindset Podcast.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Security Concerns on Open Borders: Despite the high number of migrants, there has not been a domestic act of terror directly linked to transnational terrorists from the southern border.
• Domestic vs. Geopolitical Threats: Domestic threats such as school shootings are more frequent and concerning compared to geopolitical and international threats.
• Historical Predictive Failures: The U.S. has historically struggled to predict major geopolitical events, regardless of advancements in intelligence.
• Adaptation and Responsiveness: The executive protection industry often operates reactively, highlighting the need for better proactive measures and adequate resourcing.
• Regional Differences in Security Perception: Security needs and perceptions differ greatly across the U.S., with coastal regions being more open to private security compared to more self-reliant attitudes in middle America.

QUOTES

• "To the best of my knowledge, there never has been a domestic act of terror directly linked to a transnational terrorist coming from the southern border."
• "Trust me, you'll be the first one to know if I uncover something that you really need to be concerned about for you or your family."
• "Our nation seems to always be surprised... I want to believe that we're better today at anticipating surprise, but history has shown we're not."
• "Most CEOs today are almost more receptive to that kind of low-key protection."

Get to know more about Fred Burton through the link below.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/thefredburton/

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