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VIP security: Why US doesn't leave anything to chance whenever top officials go abroad

Secret service officer (right) keeps watch of Jill Biden's movements during Shujaaz Konnect Festival. Whenever top US officials visit, especially in developing nations, the Secret Service takes full control of the security. [Brenda Czeda Radido, Standard]

On a bright January morning in 2008, the security officer cautiously approached my vehicle.

His gun was held across his chest. His fingers rested nervously on the magazine. I slowly lowered the driver's window. He looked at me intently before asking me who I was and what business I had at the residence of the newly-appointed Vice President.

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