Heroes Behind the Badge

🎧 THE JANUARY 6TH REVELATIONS: FINAL CHAPTER"I had gone from 25 years as a decorated and widely respected leader... and in one day I suddenly became publicly humiliated." In this explosive conclusion to our groundbreaking three-part series, former U.S. Capitol Police Chief Steven Sund delivers his most personal interview yet. For the first time since his Congressional exoneration, Chief Sund reveals the devastating aftermath of January 6th that the media never covered.EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:REVEALED: The untold story of Officer Brian Sicknick's final hoursEXPOSED: How politicians demanded "blanket fire" orders on protestersEXCLUSIVE: Inside the command center confrontation with Maxine WatersBREAKING: The true toll on officers' mental healthPERSONAL: Why Chief Sund's children now refuse to enter law enforcement💡 INSIDE THIS EPISODE:"On the west front of the Capitol at one point they counted 30,000 people... We had initially 273 officers assigned to the perimeter." Chief Sund provides shocking details about:The real story behind five officer deathsHow the "optics" excuse cost livesWhy the National Guard was really held backThe truth about intelligence failuresHis December Congressional exoneration🔍 ABOUT CHIEF SUND:Before that fateful day, Steven Sund commanded DC Metropolitan Police's elite Special Operations Division, coordinating security for presidential inaugurations and major events across Washington DC. In 2019, he became Chief of the U.S. Capitol Police, bringing 25 years of decorated service to protect Congress.⏱️ EPISODE TIMELINE:00:00 - Series finale introduction04:12 - The loss of Officer Sicknick07:14 - The mental health crisis11:05 - Political exploitation revealed13:22 - The Waters confrontation15:30 - Impact on Sund's family19:41 - The path to exoneration📚 ESSENTIAL LISTENING:Start with Part 1 (Intelligence Failures) and Part 2 (Minute-by-Minute Account) to get the complete story of January 6th that the mainstream media missed.🎯 WHO SHOULD LISTEN:Law enforcement professionalsSecurity and intelligence specialistsPublic policy expertsCitizens concerned about police supportAnyone seeking the truth about January 6th🔊 EXCLUSIVE SERIES:Part 1: The Intelligence Failures - How politics compromised securityPart 2: Minute-by-Minute Account - The untold story of resistancePart 3: The Aftermath (Current Episode) - Truth and vindication📖 DEEPER DIVE:Read Chief Sund's complete account in "Courage Under Fire: The Definitive Account from Inside the Capitol on January 6th"🤝 SUPPORT LAW ENFORCEMENT:Join over 126,000 Americans who've signed the Declaration of Support at behindbadge.orgHeroes Behind the Badge brings you the real stories of America's law enforcement professionals, exposing fake news about police and delivering the real truth about the men and women who protect our communities.CONNECT WITH US:Website: behindbadge.orgTwitter: @citizensbtbFacebook: @citizensbehindthebadgePodcast: Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listenCATEGORIES:Law Enforcement, Current Events, Government, Public Safety, True Crime, American History, Politics, National Security© 2025 Citizens Behind the Badge. All rights reserved.

Former U.S. Capitol Police Chief Steven Sund provides an unprecedented insider account of January 6th's security response. In this riveting episode, Chief Sund reveals the critical decisions, bureaucratic hurdles, and shocking details of how his officers defended Congress against overwhelming odds.Key Takeaways:273 Capitol Police officers faced an estimated 30,000 protestersThe National Guard's response was delayed by 71 minutes due to "optics" concernsDespite being vastly outnumbered, officers maintained remarkable restraint with only one shot firedThe Capitol was cleared within 5 hours, defying predictions of a 24-hour siegeTimestamps:00:00:00 - Episode Introduction00:03:44 - First Signs of Trouble00:05:15 - Pipe Bomb Discovery00:09:50 - National Guard Response Issues00:14:51 - Single Shot Fired00:20:31 - How Close Were They?00:25:01 - Political AftermathResources:• "Courage Under Fire" by Steven Sund: https://www.amazon.com/Courage-under-Fire-Outnumbered-January-ebook/dp/B0BGJRCHM2• Citizens Behind the Badge website: https://behindbadge.orgGuest Bio:Steven Sund served as Chief of the U.S. Capitol Police during January 6th, 2021. With 25 years of decorated service in the Metropolitan D.C. Police and expertise in critical incident management, Sund led the Capitol Police response during one of America's most challenging moments.Connect with Us:Dennis Collins - Citizens Behind the Badge Board MemberBill Erfurth - Former Miami-Dade Police LieutenantCraig Floyd - Founder, Citizens Behind the BadgeRelated Episodes:• Episode 1: The Lead-Up to January 6th

In part 1 of this gripping series of Heroes Behind the Badge, former U.S. Capitol Police Chief Steven Sund shares his firsthand account of the January 6th Capitol riot and the intelligence failures that preceded it. Chief Sund, author of "Courage Under Fire," provides an unprecedented look into the political pressures, institutional barriers, and operational challenges that shaped one of the most significant security events in American history.Key Takeaways:The Capitol Police Board's political oversight significantly hampered security preparations, including denying National Guard support requestsIntelligence failures within the U.S. Capitol Police led to inadequate preparation for January 6th despite available warning signsBudget constraints and the "defund the police" movement impacted essential equipment and training resources for Capitol Police officersRecent changes to federal law have modified how the Capitol Police Chief can request emergency assistanceTimestamps:00:03:51 - Craig Floyd discusses officer fatalities00:14:41 - Steven Sund interview begins00:30:05 - Intelligence failures revealed00:42:00 - Budget and resource challengesResources:Courage Under Fire" by Steven Sund: https://www.amazon.com/Courage-Under-Fire-Definitive-Account/dp/B0D9Z2FV3TCitizens Behind the Badge website: www.citizensbehindthebadge.orgNational Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund: www.nleomf.orgGuest Bio:Steven Sund served as Chief of the U.S. Capitol Police from 2019-2021, following a 25-year career with the Metropolitan Police Department in Washington, DC. His expertise in critical incident management and special events security led him to coordinate security for numerous presidential inaugurations and high-profile events. Sund holds master's degrees from the Naval Postgraduate School and Johns Hopkins University.Connect with Our Guest:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steven-a-sund-6271b5212X: https://x.com/ChiefSund

In this special preview episode of Heroes Behind the Badge, we introduce a groundbreaking three-part series featuring former U.S. Capitol Police Chief Steven Sund's first interview since his congressional exoneration. Chief Sund reveals shocking details about the events of January 6th, 2021, including:The overwhelming odds his officers faced - 30,000 protesters against just 273 officersCritical decisions made during 71 minutes of desperate calls for backupPreviously unreported details about the military's delayed responseThe impact of political interference on law enforcement operationsThe true story of how 1,700 officers from 17 agencies came together to defend democracyChief Sund shares how his officers maintained remarkable restraint despite facing brutal violence, and offers a compelling glimpse into the leadership challenges of one of the most scrutinized days in American law enforcement history.This episode also introduces Heroes Behind the Badge, a new podcast dedicated to sharing the real stories of America's law enforcement professionals. Hosted by Craig Floyd, whose 34-year career supporting law enforcement brings unmatched credibility to these crucial conversations, each episode will bring you behind the scenes with the brave men and women who protect our communities.Join us next week for Part 1 of our exclusive interview with Chief Sund, where we'll dive deep into the days leading up to January 6th and the critical decisions that shaped law enforcement's response.Subscribe now to Heroes Behind the Badge on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.