The False Trail Rule

Evidence tells a story. Make sure you’re reading the right one.

When something doesn’t seem right:

STOP — Don’t rush forward.

OBSERVE — Look for details that don’t fit.

VERIFY — Find another piece of information.

THINK — Decide what the evidence actually tells you.

ACT — Then make your move.

Cadet Challenge

Next time someone tells you an interesting “fact,” don’t immediately believe or dismiss it.

Find another reliable source.

See what you discover.

Field Agent’s Rule: Curiosity asks questions. Good judgment checks the answers.