
Judging Freedom INTEL Roundtable w/ Johnson & McGovern: Weekly Wrap
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Feb 21, 2025 Renowned intelligence expert Ray McGovern and former CIA analyst Larry Johnson dive deep into the evolution of U.S. foreign aid into covert operations, starting with the Clinton administration. They dissect the intricate connections between USAID and the CIA, raising alarms about corruption in international aid. Speculating on a controversial bombing possibly linked to Mossad, they also address power dynamics involving Trump and Netanyahu. The discussion extends to the complexities of the Gaza conflict and U.S.-Ukrainian relations, emphasizing the need for integrity in intelligence.
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Trump's Inaction
- Ray McGovern questions whether Trump will restrain Netanyahu from restarting the war in Gaza.
- He believes Trump could restrain him, but is tied to Netanyahu and may not intervene due to indifference towards casualties.
Trump's Peacemaker Legacy
- Larry Johnson argues that Trump's current freedom from donor influence allows him to prioritize his legacy as a peacemaker.
- He suggests Trump might resist Netanyahu's pressure due to this.
Trump's Gaza Ambitions
- Despite the ceasefire, Ray McGovern interprets Trump's statement about "owning Gaza" after its "pacification" as support for Israeli genocide.
- He believes Israel will continue its attempts to extinguish the Palestinian people in Gaza.

