Jason Piccolo

Falls Church, Washington, D.C., United States

National Security Reporter at The Daily Caller

Host of The Protectors® Podcast Retired Fed LEO & US Army Vet (OIF). Author of Unwavering. Founder of The Protectors Foundation (501c3)

Articles

From Despair to Empowerment and Beyond with Aaron Lohman

2 months ago | athlonoutdoors.com | Jason Piccolo

In 2015, NYPD Sergeant Aaron Lohman stood at the precipice of despair. After receiving discipline at work, he found himself in such a dark place that he contemplated ending his life. “I wanted to end my life over getting discipline because I thought because my career was on hold, my life was over,” he recalls, his voice carrying the weight of that moment. “It was at that time I reflected and asked myself what the hell had I been doing for the last decade.
With Noem and Vitello, Trump Starts DHS Reform - But More Changes Needed

Jan 21, 2025 | townhall.com | Jason Piccolo

With President Donald Trump's return to power and a clear plan to restore order at the border, the next crucial step is ensuring he has the right team to implement his vision. The Department of Homeland Security, in particular, requires a thorough leadership overhaul to execute Trump's comprehensive security agenda effectively. The evidence for this need comes directly from those who've witnessed DHS's dysfunction firsthand.
Former ICE Official: Trump's Immigration Success Depends on Local Police

Jan 12, 2025 | townhall.com | Jason Piccolo

Trump's pledge to restore immigration enforcement isn't just campaign rhetoric - it's an essential reset for national security. ICE's officers and agents face an unprecedented crisis, constrained by years of policy restrictions and dismantled partnerships with local law enforcement.
No Votes, No Ratings, No Action: Trump's DHS Must Break America's Trafficking Silence

Jan 10, 2025 | townhall.com | Jason Piccolo

As Donald Trump prepares to return to the presidency in 2025, a critical opportunity emerges to transform America's fight against human trafficking from a monthly observance into a year-round national priority. While January marks Human Trafficking Awareness Month, the deafening silence from mainstream media outlets speaks volumes about our collective failure to address one of America's most pervasive crimes.
Trump Names Career Lawman Over Political Insider to Lead Embattled ICE

Dec 11, 2024 | townhall.com | Jason Piccolo

President-elect Trump's appointment of Caleb Vitello as Acting ICE Director signals a potential reset for an agency that has spent years battling the #abolishICE movement's attempts to delegitimize its mission. As a career law enforcement professional rather than a political appointee, Vitello's selection might be what ICE needs to move beyond partisan battles and refocus on its critical law enforcement mission.
At Last, Congress Acts: Bipartisan Bill Tackles AI Exploitation Epidemic

Dec 8, 2024 | townhall.com | Jason Piccolo

Every day across America, lives are being shattered by artificially generated images spreading virally across the internet. The numbers are shocking: according to the FBI Internet Crime Report, over 12,600 sextortion cases were reported in 2022 alone, with victims suffering losses exceeding $130 million. This week, the Senate took unprecedented action to combat this growing crisis.
Kristi Noem Can Immediately Strengthen Border Security by Boosting Homeland Security Investigations

Dec 7, 2024 | townhall.com | Jason Piccolo

With Kristi Noem positioned as PresidentTrump's pick for Secretary of Homeland Security, there's a ready-made solution to immediately strengthen our federal law enforcement capabilities at the border. While Governor Noem has demonstrated strong leadership in South Dakota and a clear understanding of border security challenges, she could implement a proven staffing strategy on day one that would put experienced federal agents back on the front lines within weeks, not years.
Trump Must Lead Big Tech Accountability in the Fight Against Child Exploitation

Dec 2, 2024 | sgtreport.com | Jason Piccolo

by Jason Piccolo, Townhall:President Donald Trump’s return to the White House would present a key opportunity to finally hold Big Tech accountable for its continued failure to protect children. With Elon Musk already demonstrating how tech leaders can prioritize accountability and transparency, the incoming administration would be positioned to transform how social media companies respond to child exploitation.
Trump's Border Security Push Needs 10,000 Agents: The Answer Is Right In Front of Us

Dec 1, 2024 | townhall.com | Jason Piccolo

President Trump's call for 10,000 new Border Patrol agents is precisely what our border security needs, but there's a crucial question: where exactly are we supposed to find these people? The answer is staring us right in the face. Every year, about 200,000 service members transition out of the military.
Trump Must Lead Big Tech Accountability in the Fight Against Child Exploitation

Nov 30, 2024 | townhall.com | Jason Piccolo

President Donald Trump's return to the White House would present a key opportunity to finally hold Big Tech accountable for its continued failure to protect children. With Elon Musk already demonstrating how tech leaders can prioritize accountability and transparency, the incoming administration would be positioned to transform how social media companies respond to child exploitation.