At Super Bowl LIX, The U.S. Secret Service aired a meaningful video that showcased significant events from American history. Revealing historical footage showed Presidents John F. Kennedy and Ronald Reagan while displaying a dramatic post-shot image of Donald Trump. The video persuasively demonstrates why the Secret Service needs to protect our nation’s leaders. The Michael Bay-directed advertisement targets fresh Secret Service personnel recruitment while addressing existing staffing issues involving morale and burnout of current officers.

John F Kennedy Ronald Reagan and Donald Trump Featured in Secret Service’s Powerful Super Bowl Ad

The advertisement features “A History of Protection” as its title to demonstrate that the agency protects both national leaders and critical events. The advertisement holds historical presidential footage from John F. Kennedy and Ronald Reagan during their assassination attempts while showing a photo of Donald Trump during his 2018 assassination attempt in Butler Pennsylvania.

The Secret Service uses this advertisement as a component of their intervention to manage staff burnout and retention issues and boost morale within their organization. The video aired at Caesars Superdome during Super Bowl LIX through free TV network time.

“America Was Founded on Freedom” — Michael Bay as He Directs Secret Service Super Bowl Ad

By showing archival footage of presidents John F. Kennedy and Ronald Reagan during their survival of assassination attempts the ad demonstrates Secret Service determination. A moving picture shows President Donald Trump standing on the day when an assassination attempt occurred in Butler Pennsylvania last July.
Director Michael Bay explained that the PSA originated from his belief that America stands on the foundations of freedom. Bay explained that America has demonstrated resilience during its short existence by fulfilling essential tasks when critical situations arise. The advertisement seeks to honor unacknowledged guardians of democracy leaders.

President Donald Trump Becomes First Sitting President to Attend a Super Bowl in Person

This campaign is making history, as President Trump will be the first sitting president to actually attend a Super Bowl in person. His attendance really shows how important this event is, especially with all the extra security measures that are being put in place. The Secret Service is not just looking for new recruits; they’re also showcasing how crucial they are in keeping these big events safe, sticking to their motto: “Worthy of Trust and Confidence.”

The Secret Service launched its new initiative at a critical time since team members faced burnout and morale issues. They aim to attract fresh talent through their exposure to the large Super Bowl viewing audience. The advertisement will remain active for five years while the agency will deploy social media advertising for continuous recruitment efforts.
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