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Is political influence silencing the FBI's core mission? Join us for an eye-opening conversation with Frank, a former assistant director of counterintelligence at the FBI, as we confront the unsettling reality of political forces shaping the course of national security. We scrutinize the potential consequences of dismissing agents involved in pivotal cases like January 6th and Mar-a-Lago, while exploring the friction between field agents and senior ranks within the agency. This episode also highlights an acting assistant director's steadfast commitment to his constitutional oath amidst these turbulent times.
The broader implications are vast, from the possible weakening of the Joint Terrorism Task Forces to the challenges posed by influential figures like Emil Bove and Elon Musk. Frank and I examine the effects of Musk's international connections and speculate on the motives behind recent legal actions affecting the FBI. We reflect on the urgent need for transparency and accountability, questioning the challenges of prosecuting federal leaders and the potential erosion of the rule of law in the U.S. Delve into ongoing investigations and contemplate what these developments mean for democracy today.

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Chapters

1. Navigating Turbulence: Frank Figliuzzi on Political Forces and the Future of the FBI (00:00:00)

2. National Security Threat and FBI Leadership (00:00:01)

3. National Security Threat (00:03:47)

4. Resistance in the Trump Era (00:09:24)

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