The CIA operates under a strict set of rules that govern everything from personal conduct to operational tactics. Established by the National Security Act in 1947, these rules are designed to ensure officers' loyalty, guard sensitive information, and maintain national security. From oaths of secrecy to social media restrictions, CIA officers are held to standards that prioritize the integrity of their mission. While some regulations are aimed at protecting classified intelligence, others, like the protocols at Langley’s Starbucks, underscore the unusual daily constraints faced by these operatives.
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