Fiasco Benghazi: Episode 6 - Radicals
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Oct 6, 2025 Suzanne Saxman-Grooms, a Democratic staff counsel involved in the Benghazi investigations, and Tim Alberta, an insightful author and commentator, delve into the political ramifications of the Benghazi incident. They discuss how the Tea Party's push for a select committee changed the investigation landscape, revealing tensions within the GOP. The duo explores the creation of a fact-check website to counter conspiracy narratives and the challenges faced in identifying and capturing the attackers, spotlighting the complex interplay of politics and national security.
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Democrats' Preemptive Record Strategy
- Democrats created a website to debunk conspiracy theories and centralize records ahead of committee hearings.
- The effort aimed to shape public narrative and force Republicans to narrow their claims.
Glacial Pace Became Political Leverage
- The Select Committee initially proceeded at a glacial pace, frustrating members and fueling suspicions of delay tactics.
- Slow progress allowed the investigation to extend into election season where each release had political impact.
Abu Qatala Captured And Brought To Trial
- In June 2014 the FBI captured Abu Qatala in Benghazi and transported him to the U.S. for trial.
- The DOJ chose civilian prosecution, sparking conservative outrage to send him to Guantanamo instead.
