Patel, known for his expertise in national security and defense, painted a grim picture of the nation's preparedness—or lack thereof—against potential attacks on its electric grids.

With the 2024 election looming, Patel suggested that America could be facing an unprecedented threat that could cripple the country.

The conversation began with Patel expressing his concerns over the inadequate attention given to the security of the nation's power grids. He emphasized that these systems are incredibly vulnerable to outside attacks and that once hit, they cannot be quickly repaired.