Former FBI agent talks heightened political tensions as The World Cup poses large security challenge
The World Cup poses an unprecedented security challenge at a fraught moment.
Friday’s opening game in the U.S. at SoFi Stadium in California comes against the backdrop of the U.S. and Israel’s war with Iran , mounting political violence in President Trump’s orbit and growing fears of artificial intelligence-fueled disruptions.
Richard Kolko, a former FBI Special Agent who specialized in security and intelligence operations joined News4Jax anchor Bruce Hamilton on The Morning Show. They tackled the question: “Is the U.S. ready?”
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This Emmy Award-winning television, radio and newspaper journalist has anchored The Morning Show for 18 years.
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