Obama Promises To "Dismantle" Terrorists Behind NWA Plot

THE PRESIDENT: Hey, guys. Good morning, everybody. I just want to take a few minutes to update the American people on the attempted terrorist attack that occurred on Christmas Day and the steps we're taking to ensure the safety and security of the country. The investigation is ongoing and I spoke again this morning with Attorney General Eric Holder, the Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano, and my Counterterrorism and Homeland Security Advisor John Brennan. I asked them to keep -- continue monitoring the situation, to keep the American people and members of Congress informed. Here's what we know so far. On Christmas Day, Northwest Airlines Flight 253 was en route from Amsterdam, Netherlands to Detroit. As the plane made its final approach to Detroit Metropolitan Airport, a passenger allegedly tried to ignite an explosive device on his body, setting off a fire. Thanks to the quick and heroic actions of passengers and crew, the suspect was immediately subdued, the fire was put out, and the plane landed safely. The suspect is now in custody and had been charged with attempting to destroy an aircraft. And a full investigation has been launched into this attempted act of terrorism and we will not rest until we find all who were involved and hold them accountable. This was a serious reminder of the dangers that we face and the nature of those who threaten our homeland. Had the suspect succeeded in bringing down that plane it could have killed nearly 300 passengers and crew, innocent civilians preparing to celebrate the holidays with their families and friends. The American people should be assured that we are doing everything in our power to keep you and your families safe and secure during this busy holiday season. Since I was first notified of this incident I've ordered the following actions to be taken to protect the American people and to secure air travel. First, I directed that we take immediate steps to ensure the safety of the traveling public. ... Distributed by Tubemogul.

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[greenback001]

This guy is worse than a used car salesman.

Obama = Bush

[bigc028282]

Your right about profit. The UNITED STATES is much different from American. The US is a corporation. The majority have no idea, because they have never read past the "his-story" we have been taught.

Obama needs to pull us out of these profit wars, like he promised in 07. Maybe then we can start taking care of OUR country, instead of world corporations. It sounds like we shall lose more freedom, to get more freedom.

Wait a min....... :(

[mttm661965]

i feel safe in my bed.. because i have a 38 and a mini 14 next to me.. but on a plane no fucking way.

[Mikevdog]

buyer's remorse? Hey, what did you expect, he's from Chicago.

He will bring down the terrorists with the strongest temporary policy changes in history!!!! The bad guys will fear our upgraded screening procedures!

[guydecervens]

Oh yippee, another war from the Man of Peace!

[daFBtigga136]

*made

[daFBtigga136]

Your comment made me laugh. The accuracy of your statement too sure make me feel comfort that there is still one sane citizen in this country or at least within contact of it. This man is simply a phase in history, a politician, and more important, a human who will have his day and be a memory.

[Dangerous122112]

another govt attemp to control its people.....i hope nobody buys into this . the suspect was aided to board the plane with sharp dressed man. plus how can a listed treat board a plane to america anyways.....wake up and know the govt is for profit not the people.