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An Apolitical FBI is Vital to National Security

Out now: Episode 14 of The Steady State Sentinel Podcast

Host Lauren C. Anderson and retired FBI officials Mark Ferbrache, Nikki Rutman, and Mae Syed discuss successfully resolved cases, the value of the FBI to civil society, and reputational damage caused.

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