'Uber for Guns' App Protector Lets You Hire Armed Body Guards Like You Would an Uber — but Does Anyone Really Need This?
Protector, a new app launched last week in Los Angeles and New York City, allows ordinary people to order a Secret Service-like security detail. The app has generated significant buzz on social media platforms such as TikTok, where videos showcasing its luxury SUV-driving guards have racked up millions of views. Despite the initial hype, however, it's unclear whether users will actually pay for this service.
- This concept may be an attempt to monetize a perceived need for security among wealthy individuals who can afford to hire bodyguards, potentially catering to those concerned about their safety in high-profile situations.
- What are the implications of normalizing the idea of hiring armed bodyguards as a luxury item, and how might this normalize a culture of gun ownership among ordinary citizens?