Secrets and Spies Podcast: Espionage | Global Issues | Current Affairs S9 Ep23: Espresso Martini | Trump Targets Cartels, NSA’s Word Purge, and Iran’s Drone Carrier
Feb 15, 2025
Dive into the latest on global espionage as discussions heat up over Trump's controversial push to label Mexican drug cartels as terrorists. Explore the implications of increased U.S. surveillance flights and potential military actions. Discover the NSA's alarming decision to delete key terms like 'bias' and 'inclusion' from intelligence discussions. The conversation also tackles Trump’s demands regarding Ukraine's rare earth minerals amid its ongoing conflict, while Iran's new drone carrier sparks debate—is it a game changer or just a PR move?
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Hasty Action
- Trump's desire for quick action might lead to poorly planned operations against cartels.
- This could be detrimental in the long run.
Unintended Consequences
- Be mindful of the potential consequences of irresponsible actions against cartels.
- This could push Mexico towards China and radicalize Mexican-Americans.
NSA Word Deletion
- Deleting words related to DEI at the NSA disrupts mission-critical information.
- Many banned terms have non-DEI uses, like in cybersecurity.
