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Founding CCG partner and former Director of the U.S. Secret Service, W. Ralph Basham describes preparations for the inaugural ceremonies in the wake of recent national tragedies.

I don't think the recent tragedies alter the security plan, because it's always a part of that plan to be vigilant and be prepared, I can assure you that no stone has been left unturned.

To read the full article, please go to D.C. Prepares for Inauguration on Washington Technology.

Founding CCG partner and former Director of the U.S. Secret Service, W. Ralph Basham was featured on Fox News to share his experiences overseeing the first presidential inauguration following 9/11 and the training that prepares the agents entrusted with the protection of the President.

 

 

Source: FOX News

 

Founding partner and former Director of the U.S. Secret Service, W. Ralph Basham relates his experiences directing security for the inaugural cermonies and describes the philosophy of protecting the President during this highly symbolic occasion.

Prior to Inauguration Day, surveys are done along that route. Buildings are surveyed, individual offices are surveyed, people are contacted in those buildings to ensure that the Secret Service and law enforcement community understand what's happening in those buildings.

To read the full article and listen to Mr. Basham's radio interview, please go to The Toughest Mile: Behind the security curtain for Inauguration Day on WTOP.

Joseph W. Hagin, Former White House Chief of Staff, shared his behind-the-scenes experiences coordinating Inaugural security for President George W. Bush. Mr. Hagin and CNN reporter Brian Todd discussed the high and low-tech measures that keep the President as well as attendees safe and secure.

 

 

Source: CNN