The Tom Woods Show

Ep. 2744 Neocons Want to Jail Tucker?

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Mar 19, 2026
Robert Barnes, constitutional lawyer and founder of the 1776 Law Center who fights for civil liberties, discusses allegations around Tucker Carlson and supposed contacts with Iran. He breaks down CIA surveillance law, FARA and press protections. They probe who benefits from political smears, media influence, and risks of escalation in U.S. foreign policy.
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Claim That Israel Lobby Shapes U.S. Policy And Influence

  • Barnes argues the Israel lobby has captured U.S. policy and is orchestrating influence campaigns against critics like Tucker Carlson.
  • He cites paid influencer campaigns, accusations of hijacking the administration, and smear efforts to silence dissent.
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Podcast Gold Promotions Often Signal Scams

  • Tom Woods and Barnes highlight a recurring gold-sale scam paying high podcast commissions to target retirees.
  • They explain gold dealers' low margins make unusually large influencer payouts a red flag for collectible-coin ripoffs.
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Tucker's Persuasive Tone Escalates Backlash

  • Tucker Carlson's recent interviews persuade because he sounds reasonable, which worries establishment critics more than simple ratings.
  • Barnes points to the Piers Morgan interview as showing Tucker's shift and why opponents react strongly.
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