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Byrne paints a vivid picture of the atmosphere surrounding Hillary Clinton. He describes her visible disdain for agents, underlining an often passive-aggressive façade. Instances of her hostility included throwing items, including a Bible, at agents, and her general refusal to acknowledge their presence. This sentiment, he argues, stemmed not just from an aversion to the uniform but possibly from a deeper disdain for authority figures, particularly men.
His reflections expose a weighty burden on the agents who were forced to navigate such personal hostilities while sustaining their commitment to duty; the level of aggression experienced wasn’t merely a nuisance but a significant challenge to their operational effectiveness.