Episode 050: Secret DIS-Service - Here's the Secret

Send us Fan MailIn this wide-ranging episode of The Jeremiah Gunn Show on Common Sense Network (CSN), Jeremiah Gunn takes a hard look at one unsettling question: Is America’s security apparatus failing—or something worse?Starting with concerns over recent presidential security incidents, Jeremiah examines what he calls the “Secret Disservice”—a blunt critique of the United States Secret Service and its long history of failures, from Abraham Lincoln to Ronald Reagan to Donald Trump.Drawing on commentary from Douglas Murray and historical examples spanning more than 160 years, Jeremiah explores patterns of incompetence, ideological extremism, and cultural nihilism that he believes are fueling political violence in America.This episode covers: Why repeated security failures raise serious questions about presidential protection  The long history of assassination attempts against U.S. presidents—from Lincoln and Andrew Jackson to Reagan and Trump  How media rhetoric and political demonization may contribute to real-world violence  The psychology of political assassins: narcissism, nihilism, and the desire for notoriety  The consequences of leadership loss—and why “who takes over” matters  Why America struggles to deter political violence and hold perpetrators accountable  The role of media, ideology, and institutional complacency in today’s climate Part history lesson, part political commentary, and part warning, this episode challenges listeners to think critically about security, responsibility, and what happens when institutions charged with protection fail at the highest levels.Listen in for a provocative discussion on political violence, accountability, and the fragile line between incompetence and intent.