Federalist Radio Hour

'You're Wrong' With Mollie Hemingway And David Harsanyi, Ep. 129: Russiagate Somehow Gets Worse

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Dec 25, 2024
A recent report uncovers the Justice Department's covert surveillance of Congress, intensifying scrutiny on the Russiagate scandal. The hosts dissect the culture of leaks in Washington and the media's potential role in skewing public perception. They question journalistic integrity and the implications of off-the-record discussions, while exploring how political investigations played out during Trump's presidency. The conversation also lightens up with a nostalgic look at holiday films, celebrating favorites like 'Die Hard' and 'Planes, Trains and Automobiles'.
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ANECDOTE

DOJ Leak Investigation Focus

  • The DOJ investigated leaks related to the Russia collusion hoax, focusing on Congress.
  • A whistleblower revealed Adam Schiff and Eric Swalwell were leaking classified information.
ANECDOTE

DOJ Inaction on Leaks

  • A DOJ IG report revealed the department did not thoroughly investigate the leaks.
  • The report suggested questionable alibis were accepted, protecting potential leakers.
INSIGHT

Journalist Complicity

  • Journalists involved in the Russia collusion hoax narrative were either naive or active participants.
  • Hemingway suggests their continued promotion of the hoax points towards deliberate propaganda.
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