Episode notes
Mike Waltz was removed as National Security Adviser (NSA) after the SignalGate scandal, where he inadvertently added a journalist to a sensitive chat, and is now nominated as UN Ambassador, facing Senate scrutiny. JD Vance calls it a promotion, but critics see it as a demotion. Marco Rubio, taking on NSA duties alongside Secretary of State, USAID, and Archivist roles, is compared to Kissinger, though some Trump supporters distrust him. Laura Loomer’s vetting exposed issues, contributing to Waltz’s exit alongside deputy Alex Wong. Tucker Carlson and Steve Witkoff push anti-war agendas, with Witkoff’s solo talks with Russia and Iran upsetting the “deep state.” China signals trade talks as the U.S. closes a tariff loophole, impacting e-commerce. Trump’s team investigates Chris Krebs for 2020 election claims, while Brad Raffensperger eyes a Georgia S ...
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