DHS: Due to Terror Threat, Americans Should Be Careful Visiting Mall of America

‘There will be enhanced security there that will be apparent’

BORGER: "And I just want to read you one more thing on this. This is a statement from the Mall of America today. 'Mall of America is aware of a threatening video that was released which included a mention and images of the Mall. We take any potential threat seriously and respond appropriately. We have implemented extra security precautions. Some may be noticeable to guests, and others won’t be.' What are you telling Americans who might be planning a trip to the Mall this Sunday?"

JOHNSON: "What we are telling the public in general is you got to be vigilant. We just revamped our 'If you see something say something campaign at the Super Bowl last month. So public engagement, public awareness is critical. Americans should still feel that they are free to associate, they are free to go to public gatherings. But it is critical that we have public awareness and public participation in our efforts."

BORGER: "Are they safe in going to the Mall of America today? If you wanna go and take your kids to the Mall of America?"

JOHNSON: "I'd say that if anyone is planning to go to the Mall of America today they got to be particularly careful and as the statement that you’ve read indicates there will be enhanced security there that will be apparent to people who are there --"

BORGER: "Federal security as well?"

JOHNSON: "There will be enhanced security there but public vigilance, public awareness and public caution in situations like this is particular important. It's the environment we are in, frankly, and it's all the more reason why I need a budget and I'm assuming you are going to ask me about that."

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