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Before the descent into chaos, certain high-ranking officials received early warnings about the impending nuclear attacks, thanks to the robust military and intelligence systems in place. As tensions mounted during the Savage American War, the government was privy to crucial information, allowing its leaders to initiate their escape plans before the general populace was notified. For instance, Senator Sam Blackwell of West Virginia discovered discrepancies in the military and civilian response systems. Despite being threatened to cease his investigations, he became a target for his inquiries into government secrets.